Software Engineer Co-op/Intern
Nokia
Software Engineering
Canada
Posted on Dec 11, 2025
Position: Software Engineer Co-op/Intern
Number of Position(s):1
Duration: 4 Months
Date: May to August 2026
Location: Hybrid in Ottawa
EDUCATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Currently a candidate for a Master’s, bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field with an accredited school in Canada.
Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
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, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
About the Business Group
In Cloud and Network Services, as Nokia's growth engine, we create value for communication service providers and enterprise customers by leading the transition to cloud-native software and as-a-service delivery models. Our inclusive team of dreamers, doers and disruptors push the limits from impossible to possible.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
Some of our benefits for students in Canada:
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes to balance work and life
- Professional development events and networking opportunities
- Campus perks designed to make your student experience enjoyable and social, such as access to an onsite cafeteria, free employee parking, complimentary fitness centre, and sports facilities (volleyball, basketball, pickleball courts, ping pong, and employee leagues)
- Well-being programs, including Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
- Opportunities to join Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs) and connect with people who share your passions and values
- Employee Growth Solutions, mentorship programs, and coaching support for your career development
- A learning environment that fosters both personal growth and professional development – for your role and beyond
Disclaimer for US/Canada
Nokia maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.
All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 3 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.
Join Nokia’s CNS P&E Security team as a Co-op/Intern and help shape the future of secure networks. In this role, you’ll contribute to our NetGuard Endpoint Detection and Response (NEDR) product, working in an agile environment alongside developers and testers. You’ll gain hands-on experience building high-quality security features that protect critical telecom infrastructure and combat evolving threats. If you’re curious, proactive, and ready to turn complex challenges into smart solutions, this is your chance to make an impact and grow your skills in cybersecurity.
- Solid software engineering fundamentals (data structures, OOP, etc)
- Programming skills (Java, Python, React, Go)
- Experience with docker, k8s and rest APIs.
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
It would be nice if you also had:
- Experience with CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Gitlab.
- Understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, and the concepts of red/blue team operations
As part of our team, you will:
Collaborate with software designers and testers to refine requirements, develop, and test product features.
Investigate and fix product defects.
Enhance automated test suites.