Optical Modem Hardware Intern (Fall 2025)

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Ottawa, ON, CAN
In-Office
Cloud • Hardware • Internet of Things • Other • Software • Semiconductor • Utilities
Ciena is a networking systems, services, and software company.
The Role

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute:

In this role, you will join a team of hardware designers, focusing on the design, implementation, and verification of electro-optical circuit boards for cutting-edge networking and optical platforms.

  • Guided by an experienced engineer, you will be tasked with testing and verifying complex electro-optical circuit packs.
  • You will utilize a comprehensively equipped lab, capable of conducting electrical and optical measurements ranging from DC to 100’s Ghz.
  • You will engage in the review and testing of High-Speed, Digital, Analog control, and DC\DC Power Circuits.
  • You will significantly contribute to the documentation of test plans and reports, and participate in cross-functional meetings to synchronize the efforts of Signal Integrity, Mechanical, Thermal, Component, Optical, Test teams, and other stakeholders.
  • You will be instrumental in designing test jig circuits using the Cadence Allegro ECAD Tool Suite.

The Must Haves:

  • Studying for degree in Electrical, Optical, Computer or Engineering Physics
  • Will require work onsite 5 days a week in lab and office

Assets:

  • Experience with hands on test and measurement equipment, automation scripts and test equipment.
  • Knowledge of high-speed design and transmission line theory
  • Knowledge of basic Op-Amp and Power circuits
  • Knowledge of precision analog design, including development and verification of noise, precision, and stability budgets
  • Knowledge of circuit design projects and build/ soldering experience

Pay Range: The hourly pay range for this position is $24.50 - $33.00

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.

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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.  Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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The Company
HQ: Hanover, MD
9,561 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems, services, and software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to enable our customers to deliver richer, more connected experiences for all users. At our core, Ciena is a company rooted in people. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams and alongside our customers, partners, and communities around the world. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We continue to lead the evolution of networking with a strong track record of industry firsts. As end-user expectations skyrocket, our customers and their networks must transform. Ciena powers this transformation by driving next-generation solutions built for maximum openness and agility—today and into the future. Corporate/Brand Values: • Customer First • Integrity • Velocity • Innovation • Outstanding People We're the perfect size for you to make an impact. W Only Ciena has the depth of expertise and the culture of collaboration and partnership required to help our partners evolve. We do this by strategically integrating hardware, services, and software in an open environment to ensure our clients’ networks are ‘fit for flexibility’ today and into the f

Why Work With Us

We are known for our industry-firsts, including the first coherent optical solution, converged packet-optical platform, and intelligence automation platform. Our commitment extends beyond innovation, logging in over 35,000 volunteer hours and $2 million to worthy causes in 2023. We're the perfect size and culture for you to make a difference.

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