Fall 2026

Wifi Intern

Wireless Researcher

Updated on 7/21/2026

Interdigital

Interdigital

501-1,000 employees

Licenses wireless and video technology patents

Compensation Overview

$40 - $55/hr

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Plainview, NY, USA

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Category
Electrical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
MATLAB

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Requirements
  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (or similar / equivalent) is required
  • Knowledge and/or experience of foundation of wireless communications is required
  • Experience in link level and/or system level simulations and proficiency with MATLAB is required
Responsibilities
  • By carrying out design of physical layer and media access control layer and simulation for WLAN technologies and beyond – including evolutions of 802.11ax, 802.11be, 802.11bn and future Wi-Fi standards
  • By actively participating in the 802.11 standardization process through the preparation of contributions and attending standard meetings
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience and/or knowledge of 802.11/Wi-Fi standards is desirable
  • Knowledge and experience of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning is desirable

InterDigital develops wireless and video technologies and builds a large portfolio of patents. It invents new technologies, patents them, and licenses the intellectual property to mobile device makers, networks, and services providers. Its products work by providing foundational technologies that enable devices and networks to communicate and deliver video services, and its revenue comes from licensing those patents rather than selling hardware. What sets InterDigital apart is its extensive patent portfolio (tens of thousands of patents and applications), its focus on contributing technologies to global standards, and its licensing-based business model that monetizes R&D. The company operates worldwide with major manufacturers and technology companies as clients, aiming to influence the telecommunications ecosystem through standards participation. The goal is to enable connected and immersive experiences by developing and licensing foundational wireless and video technologies.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Wilmington, Delaware

Founded

1972

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What believers are saying

  • Smartphone ARR hit record $492M in Q1 2026 with 85% market coverage.
  • New Amazon license agreement covers Prime Video and resolves pending litigation.
  • AI-enabled PVR tech extends video watch time by 22% on smartphones.

What critics are saying

  • Binding arbitration on Amazon rate may yield royalty below expectations, cutting 2026 EPS by 5–8%.
  • 5G/HEVC patent cliff will erode licensing rates as Qualcomm and Huawei challenge SEPs by 2028.
  • If 6G standards exclude InterDigital's Collaborative Sensing IP, the company loses its next $300M ARR pillar.

What makes Interdigital unique

  • Focuses solely on R&D and patent licensing without manufacturing devices.
  • Holds key 3G, 4G, and 5G wireless and video compression patents.
  • Licenses foundational tech to top smartphone makers and streaming services globally.

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Headcount

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1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
Fuerteventura Times
Jun 1st, 2026
InterDigital, Inc. to present 6G innovations at EuCNC and 6G Summit 2026 in Malaga, Spain.

InterDigital, Inc. to present 6G innovations at EuCNC and 6G Summit 2026 in Malaga, Spain. June 1, 2026 3 min. read InterDigital's participation in the EuCNC & 6G Summit: A leap towards the future of connectivity. WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - InterDigital, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDCC), a leader in wireless, video, and AI technology research and development, is set to make a significant impact at the upcoming European Conference on Networks and Communications (EuCNC) and 6G Summit. This event, taking place from June 2 to 5, 2026, in the picturesque city of Malaga, Spain, promises to be a pivotal gathering for experts and innovators in the field of telecommunications. A platform for innovation. The EuCNC & 6G Summit is not just another conference; it's a melting pot of ideas and advancements in the realm of communications. Sponsored by esteemed organizations such as the IEEE Communications Society, the European Association for Signal Processing (EURASIP), and the European Association on Antennas and Propagation (EurAAP), the summit will delve into a wide array of topics. From the deployment of 5G technologies to the exploration of 6G systems, attendees can expect rich discussions and insights into the future of mobile IoT and communication networks. Showcasing Collaborative Sensing for 6G Verticals. InterDigital will showcase its groundbreaking work on Collaborative Sensing for 6G Verticals, a project funded by the European Commission under the SNS JU MultiX initiative. This innovative approach combines sensing measurements from both cellular and Wi-Fi signals, enhancing detection accuracy and spatial resolution while minimizing blind spots in indoor environments. The implications of this technology are vast, with potential applications in smart manufacturing, device-free healthcare monitoring, and intelligent building situational awareness. Attendees can experience this cutting-edge demonstration at Booth #5 and 6. Engaging panels and presentations. In addition to the demonstration, InterDigital's engineers will actively participate in various panels and presentations throughout the summit. Here's a glimpse of what to expect: Tuesday, June 2. Challenges and Opportunities on Agentic Networking for AI Agents in 6G Muhammad Awais Jadoon from InterDigital will moderate a workshop that explores the architectural advancements necessary for 6G. This session will highlight the challenges and opportunities presented by AI agents operating across multiple layers of the OSI stack, aiming for a fully autonomous closed-loop system. Workshop on ISAC Initiatives on the European Research Framework Sebastian Robitzsch will lead a panel discussing the role of academics in contributing to (pre-)standardization efforts, particularly within the ETSI Integrated Sensing and Communication Industry Specification Group (ISAC ISG). This panel will feature insights from both for-profit and non-profit organizations. Wednesday, June 3. ISAC - Integrated Sensing and Communications Towards 6G Alain Mourad, InterDigital's Head of Wireless Lab Europe, will present an industry update on ISAC's adoption status in 5G-Advanced. He will also discuss ongoing discussions regarding ISAC in 6G studies within 3GPP and the ITU-R IMT-2030. Thursday, June 4. Architectural Transformation towards 6G: Standardization Landscape, Enablers, and Challenges In this panel, Alain Mourad will join industry and academia leaders to discuss the architectural shifts that will define 6G. The conversation will assess how research and standardization must evolve to transform visionary concepts into tangible impacts. Friday, June 5. 6G Research into Standardisation: Maximising European Impact through Collaboration, Examples of Success Stories Alain Mourad will provide insights as Chair of the ETSI ISAC ISG, sharing lessons learned from bridging the gap between research and standards, and emphasizing the importance of collaboration in maximizing European impact. About InterDigital. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is a global research and development powerhouse focused on wireless, video, and AI technologies. The company designs foundational technologies that enable connected and immersive experiences across a wide range of communications and entertainment products. With a strong emphasis on innovation, InterDigital licenses its technologies to various sectors, including wireless communications, consumer electronics, IoT devices, and cloud-based services. As a pioneer in wireless technology, InterDigital has contributed to the evolution of digital cellular systems, from the early days to the advanced 5G networks Fuerteventuratimes see today. The company is also recognized for its leadership in video processing and AI research, which intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Contact information. For inquiries, please reach out to: Roya Stephens Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 (202) 349-1714 InterDigital is poised to make waves at the EuCNC & 6G Summit, showcasing innovations that could redefine the future of connectivity.

GlobeNewswire
Apr 6th, 2026
At 6G@UT Forum, InterDigital to demonstrate AI-enabled teleoperation and energy efficient edge intelligence.

At 6G@UT Forum, InterDigital to demonstrate AI-enabled teleoperation and energy efficient edge intelligence. WILMINGTON, Del., April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - InterDigital, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDCC), a wireless, video and AI technology research and development company, will demonstrate new milestones in AI-enhanced services and energy efficient edge intelligence at the fifth annual 6G@UT Forum, taking place at The University of Texas at Austin. Managing the overhead of AI model training is a key challenge to applying AI throughout the wireless network. InterDigital is a founding member of the 6G@UT Research Center and has partnered with researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and Keysight Technologies on real-time Over-the-Air Federated Learning (OTA-FL) training, where the aggregation of model updates happens directly "over-the-air." At the forum, InterDigital will conduct a live hardware demonstration of multi-user multiple input multiple output (MIMO) OTA-FL, which uses less spectrum resources and delivers more energy-efficient AI training at the edge device. InterDigital will also showcase innovation supporting AI-enabled teleoperation, where predictive AI agents stabilize real-time uplink video over cellular networks and a GenAI assistant enhances human judgment for safer remote vehicle operation, despite degraded network conditions. The innovation demonstrates how wireless and AI capabilities can converge to foster intelligent infrastructure for new services. As part of the forum, InterDigital's Head of Wireless Research Douglas Castor will participate in the panel, "6G: What's in, What's Out, and Why?," alongside peers from Ericsson, Nokia, Communications Technology Laboratory, and TU Dresden. Doug will share InterDigital's perspective on the research, standards, and pre-standards efforts shaping 6G. The forum will take place on Thursday, April 9th at The University of Texas at Austin, Mulva Auditorium. Learn more here. About InterDigital(R) InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence ("AI"), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today's most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq. InterDigital(R) is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.

Valdosta Daily Times
Apr 6th, 2026
At 6G@UT Forum, InterDigital to demonstrate AI-enabled teleoperation and energy efficient edge intelligence.

At 6G@UT Forum, InterDigital to demonstrate AI-enabled teleoperation and energy efficient edge intelligence. GlobeNewswire | InterDigital, Inc. Today at 1:00am PDT WILMINGTON, Del., April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - InterDigital, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDCC), a wireless, video and AI technology research and development company, will demonstrate new milestones in AI-enhanced services and energy efficient edge intelligence at the fifth annual 6G@UT Forum, taking place at The University of Texas at Austin. Managing the overhead of AI model training is a key challenge to applying AI throughout the wireless network. InterDigital is a founding member of the 6G@UT Research Center and has partnered with researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and Keysight Technologies on real-time Over-the-Air Federated Learning (OTA-FL) training, where the aggregation of model updates happens directly "over-the-air." At the forum, InterDigital will conduct a live hardware demonstration of multi-user multiple input multiple output (MIMO) OTA-FL, which uses less spectrum resources and delivers more energy-efficient AI training at the edge device. InterDigital will also showcase innovation supporting AI-enabled teleoperation, where predictive AI agents stabilize real-time uplink video over cellular networks and a GenAI assistant enhances human judgment for safer remote vehicle operation, despite degraded network conditions. The innovation demonstrates how wireless and AI capabilities can converge to foster intelligent infrastructure for new services. As part of the forum, InterDigital's Head of Wireless Research Douglas Castor will participate in the panel, "6G: What's in, What's Out, and Why?," alongside peers from Ericsson, Nokia, Communications Technology Laboratory, and TU Dresden. Doug will share InterDigital's perspective on the research, standards, and pre-standards efforts shaping 6G. The forum will take place on Thursday, April 9th at The University of Texas at Austin, Mulva Auditorium. Learn more here. About InterDigital(R) InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence ("AI"), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today's most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq. InterDigital(R) is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc. This is a paid placement. For further inquiries, please contact GlobeNewswire directly.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 12th, 2026
InterDigital showcases AI-driven tech to reduce energy burden of streaming industry at DVB World

InterDigital will showcase its AI-driven Pixel Value Reduction technology for energy-efficient video streaming at DVB World 2026 in Amsterdam on 17–18 March. The solution aims to reduce the streaming industry's energy consumption whilst maintaining premium quality as demand for video content grows. The wireless, video and AI research company will demonstrate its "Optimised Energy Aware Streaming" technology on the exhibitor floor. InterDigital's Senior Director of Standards and Competition Stéphane Tronchon was elected DVB IPR Module Chair, whilst Ralf Schaefer was re-elected as vice-chair of the DVB Commercial Module. Founded in 1972, InterDigital develops technologies for wireless communications, consumer electronics, IoT devices and cloud-based services including video streaming.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 28th, 2026
InterDigital secures expanded Sony patent licensing deal covering cellular, WiFi, and video tech

InterDigital has announced an expanded patent licensing agreement with Sony covering all of Sony's end-user devices under its global portfolio of standard essential cellular, WiFi and video patents. The deal strengthens InterDigital's recurring revenue base across major consumer electronics brands. The company is also conducting a 6G sensing trial with Türk Telekom, highlighting its work on emerging technologies that could generate future licensing opportunities. However, investors face uncertainty around regulatory scrutiny of patent licensing models and FRAND terms. InterDigital's narrative forecasts $633.9 million revenue by 2028, implying a 10.8% annual decline, with earnings decreasing to $173.4 million from $463.5 million currently. Some analysts project more conservative revenue of $725.1 million by 2028. The expanded Sony deal may help offset these pessimistic assumptions, though regulatory concerns remain.