Research Internship Cellular Security

Ericsson • Santa Clara, CA

2d • $48 - $57

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated graduate student intern to perform conceptual research studies and prototype work on topics related to one or more of the following: 6G cellular infrastructure security, AI/ML related to security, API and network exposure security. The intern will develop solutions, run experiments, analyze results, produce a final report, and will potentially contribute to a conference or journal publication. The intern will be provided with mentorship and guidance throughout the internship.
Ericsson is a global company and one of the leading providers of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to service providers. This includes cellular network infrastructure and related services.
Ericsson’s Security Research department covers a wide range of topics of relevance for cellular infrastructure, from hardware and trusted computing to applications of AI/ML for security functions. The intention for this internship is to explore novel ideas with applicability for the security of cellular infrastructure; detailed topic to be defined, depending on the expertise of the selected intern.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong background in cybersecurity / security of information and communication systems
• Good analytical and programming skills; ability to work independently and in teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Prior publications record

Nice To Haves

• Advantageous but not strictly required is an understanding of cellular communication systems

Responsibilities

• Develop novel concepts and tools for enhancing security (e.g., application of AI/ML to security functions/operations, data generation, analysis of protocols, or other development of security function)
• Analyze and interpret results; iterate on approaches as needed
• Document work in a final technical report; concept presentations, assist with publication or standards contributions where suitable
• Optionally, prepare a proof-of-concept demonstration of internship progress at the end of the internship for presentation to an Ericsson Research audience.
• Collaborate closely with Ericsson researchers

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree