Nokia

Makes network gear for carriers and data centers

Wi-Fi Research Co-op

AI ResearchPosted on Nov 4

Internship · Winter 2027Sunnyvale, CA, USA$23.55 - $73.25 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field at an accredited school in the United States.
Knowledge of wireless communications, including Wi-Fi MAC and/or PHY technologies.
Familiarity with IEEE 802.11be and/or IEEE 802.11bn standards.
Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques, Python, and an interest in applying artificial intelligence to wireless networking problems.
Ability to implement, evaluate, and analyze new algorithms or protocol mechanisms through simulation.
Experience with wireless link and/or system-level simulations.
Programming skills in C++, Python, and/or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

Work closely with an experienced Wi-Fi researcher to develop and evaluate new features for Wi-Fi 9.
Brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and present these concepts to team members.
Research and evaluate concepts and technologies for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8).
Prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn.

Number of Positions: 3
Duration: 4 months
Date: January 11-May 21, 2027
Location: Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA

Education Recommendations
Currently a candidate for a Master’s, or PhD (i.e., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, etc.) or a related field with an accredited school in US.

Knowledge of wireless communications, including Wi-Fi MAC and/or PHY technologies.
Familiarity with IEEE 802.11be and/or IEEE 802.11bn standards.
Familiarity with machine learning/AI techniques, Python, and an interest in applying AI to wireless networking problems.
Ability to implement, evaluate, and analyze new algorithms or protocol mechanisms through simulation.
Experience with wireless link and/or system-level simulations.
Programming skills in C++, Python, and/or MATLAB.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and interest in wireless and Wi-Fi technologies.

Work closely with an experienced Wi-Fi researcher, develop and evaluate new features for Wi-Fi 9
Wi-Fi research comprises fundamental systematic research of exploratory nature for the development of next generation Wi-Fi technology, disrupting and superseding conventional approaches.
Brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and present these concepts to your team members.
Research concepts and technologies for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and evaluate these concepts.
Prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn.

Salary Range: 23.55 - 73.25 per hour

About the Company

Nokia

Makes network gear for carriers and data centers

Nokia makes the equipment and software that mobile carriers, cloud companies, and businesses use to run networks, from cell-tower radios to fiber links between AI data centers. From 1998 to 2011 it was the world's largest mobile phone maker; it sold that business to Microsoft in 2014, and HMD Global, a separate company, makes Nokia-branded phones under license. Its network unit sells optical systems that send data over fiber, internet routers, and broadband gear, and its mobile unit sells radios and the core software that runs 5G networks. Nokia earns money from equipment and service contracts and from licensing its patents to phone makers and carmakers. It was founded in 1865 as a wood pulp mill and is based in Espoo, Finland.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Espoo, Finland
Founded: 1865

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