Space and Defense Software Development Coop at Nokia

Job Description

Position: Space and Defense Software Development Coop

Number of Position(s): 2

Duration: 4 Months

Date: January – May, 2026

Location: On site – Naperville, IL

EDUCATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Currently a candidate for a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with an accredited school in US.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Contribute to 5G product prototyping and software development
• Support automation and tool improvements across the development environment
• Assist in designing, building, and maintaining development verification labs
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes and collaborative sprints
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, and C++
• Familiarity with Linux, Git, and software debugging tools
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
  
  

Nice to have:

• Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, independent thinker who collaborates well in teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
  
  

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s 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.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

About The Team

In Mobile Networks , our ambition is to become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non-CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. We strive to deliver unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.