Project Management Intern
Nokia
Administration
United States
Posted on Dec 24, 2025
Position: Project Management Intern
Number of Position (s): 1
Duration: 10 weeks
Date: June – August 2026
Location:
Educational Recommendations:
Currently pursuing a degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field at an accredited U.S. university.
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
A robust digital backbone is the unsung hero of modern life, underpinning everything from daily interactions to cloud computing and critical infrastructure. The Network Infrastructure team is passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in networking, tackling the toughest challenges and delivering innovative solutions.
We deliver trusted, purpose-built IP, optical, fixed, and data center solutions that power the internet, drive the global economy, and support the mission-critical industries that keep the world running.
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 the US:
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes to balance study, work, and life
- Professional development events and networking opportunities
- 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 build connections across the organization
- 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.
The Project Management Intern will gain comprehensive exposure to the role of a Project Manager within Nokia. This internship provides hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of a Nokia project—from Statement of Work (SOW) and quote creation to planning, kickoff, execution, deliverables, project acceptance, lessons learned, and the internal tools used to manage projects.
- Computer savvy; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, SharePoint).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Technical agility and a digital mindset.
It would be nice if you had:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic; motivated to learn, be challenged, and contribute to the team.
- Shadow Project Managers to learn project review, recognition, forecasting, and identifying scope opportunities.
- Gain exposure to the complete Nokia project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and acceptance.
- Collaborate with a Resident Engineer to understand lab certification processes and User Acceptance Test (UAT) requirements for new PON ONTs.
- Observe Maintenance Windows (MW) to learn the mechanics and responsibilities involved in MW activities.
- Monitor and engage in CARE activities to understand real-world production issues and remediation steps.
- Utilize Microsoft tools (Excel, SharePoint, etc.) for documentation and reporting.