About the Role

Join Nokia Bell Labs in Bangalore as a Research Intern specializing in AI-driven wireless communications. This internship offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a global team working at the intersection of radio systems and machine learning. You will gain hands-on experience in developing and deploying machine learning-based wireless components, conducting over-the-air experiments, and contributing to real-time 6G prototypes and open-source tools alongside Bell Labs researchers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance features within a machine-learning-based next-generation wireless networks prototyping framework.
• Optimize and deploy AI/ML models on GPU-accelerated edge devices.
• Configure and operate software-defined radio (SDR) hardware for baseband processing and over-the-air experiments.
• Design and run experiments on AI-native waveforms, channel estimation, end-to-end learning, and adaptive communication schemes.
• Collaborate with Radio Systems researchers on wireless communications, machine learning, and embedded systems.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related discipline.
• Strong foundation in wireless communications, computer networks, and/or machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ programming.
• Comfortable working with Linux, embedded devices, and complex open-source projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of 4G/5G NR PHY/MAC procedures and signal structures.
• Experience deploying ML models on embedded GPU platforms.
• Familiarity with RF calibration, synchronization, and real-world OTA testing.
• Contributions to open-source projects or peer-reviewed research in wireless or ML.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes.
• Well-being programs for mental and physical health.
• Access to Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs).
• Employee Growth Solutions for career and skills development.
• Diverse pool of coaches and mentors.
• Learning environment fostering personal and professional growth.

About Nokia

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era, with expertise across fixed, mobile, and transport networks. Powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, the company is advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Inclusion Statement

Nokia values diversity and inclusion, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Unique backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged.

If you are passionate about this role but do not meet every requirement, you are still encouraged to apply.