Ciena

Quality Assurance Routing & Switching Intern (Winter 2027)

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22 hours ago
Ottawa, CanadaIntern

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineers to establish lab topologies and understand integrated end-to-end IP systems.
  • Enhance existing Python automation scripts and develop new automation scripts.
  • Execute software validation test suites.
  • Identify software defects, document bugs, and retest software after defect resolution.
  • Build knowledge of software development lifecycle and quality assurance processes.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
  • Foundational knowledge of electrical circuits and/or software development concepts.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Python.
  • Demonstrated willingness to learn.
  • Preferred experience with telecommunications and/or IP networks, AI and ML, and Microsoft Office products such as Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

  • 4- or 8-month work term starting in January 2027.
  • Hourly pay range of $25.50 to $35.00.
  • Employee Assistance Program, company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.

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About Ciena

10,000+ employees

Ciena is a public telecommunications equipment and software company that designs optical and routing systems, coherent modems, and automation software for service providers, cloud/data center operators, and enterprises. It sells hardware, software subscriptions, and professional services that power metro, long-haul, submarine, and data center interconnect networks. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, Ciena trades on the NYSE (CIEN) and serves customers worldwide.

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