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Nokia Defense Software CO-OP

United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 May 2026

About the role

Position: Nokia Defense Software Dev Co-op
Number of Position(s): 2
Duration: 4 Months
Date: September 7 - December 18, 2026
Location: Naperville, IL – Onsite

Education Recommendations:

Important: Due to the nature of this project, only U.S. citizens are eligible to apply.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced engineers on cutting-edge AI-based architecture tools. You will contribute to building and prototyping solutions that leverage automation and generative AI to improve system design, specifications, and testing processes, while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative R&D environment.

You will:

Contribute to the prototyping and development of AI-based architecture and specification tools.
Support automation initiatives and integrate advanced information security practices in solution design.
Structure and manage data sources for use cases such as requirement analysis, automated specification generation, and test case creation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI-driven development platforms.
Present project outcomes, including achievements, challenges, and results, to Nokia Architecture team leads at the end of the internship.

You must have:

Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C, or C++
Familiarity with backend and web technologies (e.g., FastAPI, REST APIs, SQLAlchemy, HTML, JavaScript).
Experience working in Linux environments and with Git version control.
Understanding of debugging tools and software development workflows.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice to have

Experience with AI-based coding assistant tools or generative AI technologies.
Exposure to automation frameworks or data structuring for AI use cases.
Strong problem-solving mindset with a passion for technical challenges.
Presentation skills and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

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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.

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