As a DevOps Engineer Trainee, you will work in a large-scale R&D environment where modern software delivery, automation, and platform reliability are essential.
You will learn from experienced engineers and contribute to real CI/CD and platform engineering solutions used by product teams. You will have the opportunity to work with technologies such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitOps, Python, Linux, observability tools, and AI-assisted engineering workflows.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building, learning, experimenting, automating, and continuously improving systems. You are the type of person who sees repetitive manual work and naturally asks:
“Can this be automated?”
We value passion over experience, learning agility over credentials, and potential over pedigree.
Position: Internship
Duration: 12 months
Start date (tentative): August, 2026
Location: Hybrid in Aveiro or Amadora, Portugal
Education Recommendations: Currently a candidate finishing their BSc or MSc degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with an accredited school.
In this role, you will:
- Learn and contribute to enterprise-level CI/CD, DevOps, and Platform Engineering solutions.
- Support Kubernetes and OpenShift deployment, operations, Automation, troubleshooting, observability, and monitoring.
- Develop automation using Python, Shell scripting, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitOps, and related tools.
- Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and reduction of manual operational work.
- Explore AI-assisted engineering tools and collaborate with experienced engineers to improve developer productivity and platform reliability.
We would like you to have:
- Ongoing or recently completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Strong passion for technology, continuous learning, problem-solving, hands-on experimentation, and AI-assisted engineering.
- Practical experience or strong interest in Kubernetes, including core concepts such as Pods, Deployments, Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps, Secrets, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Git, GitOps, Linux, Docker, Python, Shell scripting, cloud-native technologies, modern DevOps practices, and AI tools such as ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar.
- Good communication, collaboration, self-learning skills, proactive mindset, and willingness to take ownership of learning and improvement.
Good communication skills in English are mandatory.
Candidates who demonstrate strong passion, practical hands-on experience, and relevant Kubernetes or cloud certifications will be considered priority candidates
About UsNokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.
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.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- Meal allowance to support daily needs
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Skills Required
- Ongoing or recently completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Telecommunications, or related field
- Good communication skills in English
- Practical experience or strong interest in Kubernetes (Pods, Deployments, Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps, Secrets) and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD), Git, GitOps
- Experience with Linux, Docker, Python, and Shell scripting
- Familiarity with observability/monitoring tools and cloud-native technologies
- Strong passion for technology, continuous learning, problem-solving, and hands-on experimentation
- Willingness to learn and collaborate on AI-assisted engineering workflows (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot)
- Kubernetes or cloud certifications and demonstrable hands-on experience
- Ability to work hybrid in Aveiro or Amadora, Portugal
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nokia and has not been reviewed or approved by Nokia.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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What We Do
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a trusted partner for critical networks, we are committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. We create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity and security, we help build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable and inclusive world.
