Wi-Fi Research Co-op

Nokia•Sunnyvale, CA
•$24 - $73•Onsite

About The Position

The Wi-Fi Research Co-op will work closely with an experienced Wi-Fi researcher to develop and evaluate new features for Wi-Fi 9. The role involves fundamental, exploratory research into next-generation Wi-Fi technology, with the goal of developing approaches that can disrupt and supersede conventional methods. The co-op will brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8), research and evaluate concepts and technologies for the standard, present ideas to team members, and prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn. The position is onsite in Sunnyvale, California, for four months, from January 11 to May 21, 2027. Three positions are available.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field at an accredited school in the United States.
  • Knowledge of wireless communications, including Wi-Fi MAC and/or PHY technologies.
  • Familiarity with IEEE 802.11be and/or IEEE 802.11bn standards.
  • Familiarity with machine learning/AI techniques and Python, and interest in applying AI to wireless networking problems.
  • Ability to implement, evaluate, and analyze new algorithms or protocol mechanisms through simulation.
  • Experience with wireless link and/or system-level simulations.
  • Programming skills in C++, Python, and/or MATLAB.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and interest in wireless and Wi-Fi technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with an experienced Wi-Fi researcher to develop and evaluate new features for Wi-Fi 9.
  • Conduct exploratory research into next-generation Wi-Fi technology.
  • Brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8), and present them to team members.
  • Research and evaluate concepts and technologies for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8).
  • Prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn.
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