Summer Research Intern

Overview

Bell Labs is a worldwide research and development community focused on key technologies for telecommunications. It is internationally renowned as the birthplace of modern information theory, the transistor, the laser, and the UNIX operating system. Today we are working on the network of 2020. In this new era of interconnected things, people matter more than ever. The Social & Responsible AI team answers questions related to ethical considerations, societal impacts, and responsible practices in the development and deployment of AI. The team provides a vibrant multidisciplinary research environment with close links to top academics.

Number of Positions: 5
Duration: 3 months
Date: June to August, 2026

About Nokia Bell Labs & Nokia

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.

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About the Business Group

The Strategy and Technology organization drives Nokia’s future innovation by identifying value-creation opportunities, setting a unified company vision, and developing coherent business, technology, and architecture strategies. It establishes a research foundation for new products and solutions while providing critical infrastructure to support secure and effective execution across all Nokia business units.

Nokia Bell Labs, the world-renowned industrial research arm of Nokia, has pioneered breakthrough foundational technologies over the past 100 years, such as the transistor, laser, Unix, and solar cell—shaping modern communications, computing and connectivity. Today, it drives innovation in AI, quantum computing, 6G, and space communications, bridging groundbreaking research to real-world applications with meaningful impact on society. With ten Nobel Prizes and five Turing Awards, Nokia Bell Labs continues to define the future of technology.

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.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

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Join our Social & Responsible AI team and help us address questions related to ethical considerations, societal impacts, and responsible practices in the development and deployment of AI!