Position: Bell Labs Network Architecture Research Intern
Number of Position(s): 1
Duration: 10 Weeks
Date: June 2 – August 8, 2025 (some flexibility)
Location: Murray Hill, NJ

The team you'll be part of

Bell Labs Core Research, Summer Intern – Network Architecture Research

The Network Architecture Research team is taking an end-to-end view of communication networks, from mobile and fixed access to IP/optical transport and cloud. We are looking for problem solvers with excellent analytical and programming skills who are excited to explore problems in cross-domain networking.

Nokia Bell Labs is building the future of human experience and our interns will have the opportunity to learn from and work with industry-leading experts, who solve the most formidable challenges confronting our world through disruptive innovation and research.

Education Recommendations

Currently pursuing a PhD or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar from an accredited college/university in the US.

Strong programming skills: e.g., Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, and similar Knowledge of communication networks and cloud computing, e.g., containerization tools like Kubernetes and Docker

Nice to have:

Experience with Hyperledger Fabric or other Web 3 and distributed ledger (blockchain) technologies  Experience working with public cloud platforms, e.g., AWS, GCP Knowledge of packet or optical transport networks An understanding of AI/ML methodologies

 

As part of our team, you will: 

Work with members of the Network Architecture Research team to define and implement software that solves cloud and networking problems Implement proof of concept demonstrations  Leverage open-source and cloud software solutions