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Nokia

Nokia Defense Software CO-OP

Naperville, IL · Hybrid

$50 - $64.50/hr

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 ...

Consumer Reports

Software Engineer - Product

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$120K - $140K/yr

Implement efficient, scalable APIs and services using Python, FastAPI, and related technologies. * Integrate and leverage OpenAI's LLMs to enhance the chatbot's conversational and generative ...

Morningstar

Senior Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$153K/yr

Architecting, optimizing and developing Python-based applications and APIs (FastAPI, Flask, RESTful services), including asynchronous programming and event-based architectures using cloud-native ...

Morningstar, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$153K/yr

Architecting, optimizing and developing Python-based applications and APIs (FastAPI, Flask, RESTful services), including asynchronous programming and event-based architectures using cloud-native ...

Miller Cooper

Full Stack Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$125K - $145K/yr

Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask), microservices development, RESTful API design, Kubernetes, and Terraform. * Frontend: React, HTML5, CSS3, Typescript, JavaScript. * Database: SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL ...

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Primary FocusBuilding high-performance APIsDeveloping full-stack web applications
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Work EnvironmentBackend API services, microservicesWeb applications, content management systems
Required SkillsPython, asynchronous programming, REST APIsPython, Django framework, HTML/CSS, databases

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Nokia Defense Software CO-OP

Nokia Defense Software CO-OP

Nokia

Naperville, IL • Hybrid

$50 - $64.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Nokia rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 79 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

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.

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  • Flexible and hybrid working schemes to balance study, work, and life
  • Professional development events and networking opportunities
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  • Opportunities to join Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs) and build connections across the organization
  • Employee Growth Solutions, mentorship programs, and coaching support for your career development
  • A learning environment that fosters both personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

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All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 3 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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