Research Intern
As the tech firm that created the mobile world, and with more than 60,000 patents to our name, we've made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team as an Intern at Ericsson you get a taste of shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you're welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Are you in?
Come, and be where it begins.
Our Exciting Opportunity
Ericsson Research develops new communication solutions and standards. The organization has a responsibility to provide Ericsson with world-class system concepts, technology innovations, and methodology.
We are looking for an Intern to work together with our recently established research group in Japan. The focus is on air interface concepts, algorithm research, standardization (mainly 3GPP), and potentially some testbed/trial activities.
What you will do & You will bring
What you will do
• Investigate and evaluate concepts and solutions for future radio access technologies and standards, related to 5G Evolution and 6G,
• Develop and improve work of existing standards,
• Work with physical layer techniques (multiple access technologies, modulation, channel coding, parameter estimation, multi-antenna transmitter and receiver algorithms, etc.),
• Use simulation tools as means of evaluation.
Depending on the achieved results during the internship, it will be possible to write publications.
You will bring
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree, preferably with demonstrated experience and knowledge in the above-mentioned required skills.
• Competence and experience in signal processing, wireless communications, and machine learning.
• Programming skills, for example, python, Java, MATLAB, C++, because computer simulations will be natural parts of the work in addition to analytical evaluations.
• Good knowledge in simulation and evaluation tool methodology.
• Good communication in written and spoken English is needed. Good communication in Japanese is preferable.
• Ability to handle theoretical and practical research as well as the development aspects of the work.
• Team skills, since collaboration and interaction with other skilled researchers daily, are the basis for our ways of working.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Japan (JP) || Yokohama
Req ID: 784213
Skills Required
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in relevant field
- Experience in signal processing and wireless communications
- Programming skills in Python, Java, MATLAB, C++
- Good communication in English; Japanese preferred
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The U.S. 401(k) includes an automatic 3% company contribution plus matching (100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%) with immediate vesting. An employee stock purchase plan and legacy pensions in some groups strengthen long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, and a dedicated volunteer day are offered. Time‑off allotments can increase with tenure and are complemented by hybrid work where roles allow.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health support are part of a comprehensive health and wellbeing offering. Wellness initiatives such as onsite gyms, fitness classes, and EAP access are available in certain locations.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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