Silicon Photonics Design & Test Co-op 🎓

Position**: Photonic Test & Characterization Co-Op**

Number of Position(s): 3

Duration**: 4 Months**

Date**: May - August 2026**

Location**: Onsite – New York, NY**

EDUCATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Currently enrolled in a U.S.-based accredited university pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or a related quantitative field

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Your responsibilities

• Characterize active and passive photonic devices and integrated circuits

• Support test development and analyze measurement data to validate design performance

• Develop and optimize test approaches for both wafer-level and system-level photonic components

• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, modeling, and systems teams to co-develop photonic solutions

Your skills and experience

• Hands-on lab experience with optical testing, fiber-to-chip coupling, and design verification

• Programming skills in Python or C/C++

• Familiarity with optics simulation tools such as Lumerical

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design, layout, and modeling

• Understanding of coherent optics or optical communication systems

• Experience with high-frequency/RF photonics modeling

• Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., VNAs, spectrum analyzers, AWGs)

More information

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

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