Optical Network Mgmt Support Student

Nokia; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Ottawa is looking for an Optical Network Mgmt Support Student for a 4-month position. This role involves contributing to server deployments and learning about optical networking architectures while working in a hybrid model. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in computer science or a related field and have knowledge of server hardware, Unix, and virtual machines. Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are essential for success in this team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of server hardware, HP Unix, and Red Hat Linux.
• Good communication skills and a strong desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to server and virtual machine deployments.
• Testbed design and setup using simulators and real equipment.
• Prepare demos and proof of concept configurations.
• Gain exposure to end-to-end optical networking architectures.
• Learn about network management in operations, administration, maintenance, and provisioning.

Skills

Server Hardware knowledge

HP Unix

Red Hat Linux

Good communication skills

Desire to learn

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

Virtual Machines

Job description

Position: Optical Network Mgmt Support Student
Number of Position(s):2
Duration:4 Months
Date:May – August 2026
Location:Hybrid (3 Days in Office)

The team you will be a part of

The Network Infrastructure Optics NMS Technical Support team provides front-line support for NOKIA's Fiber Transmission Network Management platform serving telecom carriers and MSO high-speed transport infrastructure.

Working directly with customers in addition to investigative work behind the scenes using NOKIA's labs and available operational and functional knowledge base.

Education Recommendations

Currently a candidate for a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field with an accredited school in Canada.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Server Hardware, HP Unix, and Red Hat Linux
• Knowledge of Virtual Machines
• Good communication skills and a desire to learn

It would be nice if you also had:

• General knowledge of scripting languages like Python, Bash/Shell, etc.
• General knowledge of Optical and IP networking
• Ability to test, diagnose, and troubleshoot technical issues

Responsibilities

As part of the team, you will:

• Contribute to server and virtual machine deployments.
• Testbed design and setup using a combination of simulators and real equipment.
• Prepare demos and proof of concept configurations.
• Gain exposure to end-to-end optical networking architectures.
• Learn how networks are managed in terms of operations, administration, maintenance, and provisioning.