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- Employment type
- Temporary, Internship / apprenticeship
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The student will support Radio Network Engineers through field work, site evaluations, and data collection. They will also assist in creating technical maps, network simulations, and maintaining documentation.
Job details
Radio Network Engineering Co-op Work Location: 6080 Young Street, Halifax NS B3K 5L2 Department: Engineering Reports To: Manager, Radio Network Engineering Employment Status: Temporary - Winter Term This is a technical position primarily focused on supporting the Radio Network Engineers in their day-to-day tasks through a combination of field work and in-office document preparation and review. The position is intended to provide Engineering students with an opportunity to experience many elements of a career in Radio Network Engineering. What You'll Be Doing With mentorship from experienced engineers, you’ll: Create and maintain technical maps Generate network simulations based on projected scenarios Drive Test Data Collection and Presentation Conduct field surveys & site evaluations of existing and potential future wireless sites Create and maintain technical documentation Develop tools to streamline engineering and performance related processes / evaluations What We're Looking For You're an Engineering student who is curious, analytical, and interested in understanding how things work and how they can be improved. We're looking for someone who: Electrical or Computer Engineer Student (specialization in Telecommunications desirable) Knowledge of current wireless technologies an asset Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License Excellent computer and database query skills (VB, Oracle, Python) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications Knowledge of MapInfo or similar GIS application as asset Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment Strong interpersonal and written communication skills Proven analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills Highly motivated and results-driven individual About Eastlink Eastlink is proudly family-owned and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. After more than 50 years, we’ve grown from a small-town startup into one of Canada’s Best Managed companies without losing our entrepreneurial edge. We move fast. We try new things. We care about doing right by our customers, and we’re not afraid to take a different approach to make that happen. Why Work with Us We could say we’re not your typical telecom, but what makes us different is how we operate day to day. At Eastlink, we’re a tight-knit team all working toward common goals. We’re big enough to do meaningful work, but small enough that you can actually make your mark. You won’t get stuck waiting for layers of approval or years of tenure to make an impact! We believe in getting involved, speaking up, and figuring things out together. We’re always listening, learning, and adapting because our customers (and our people) expect us to. And just like we invest in our network, we invest in you, with intention and for the long run. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process. Need accommodation during the hiring process? We encourage you to reach out and let us know how we can support your participation.
What you’ll do
The student will support Radio Network Engineers through field work, site evaluations, and data collection. They will also assist in creating technical maps, network simulations, and maintaining documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must be currently enrolled in an Electrical or Computer Engineering program with an interest in telecommunications. Proficiency in database query skills and Microsoft Office is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Listed skills
- Technical Documentation · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Microsoft Office · Preferred
- Oracle · Preferred
- Python · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Radio network engineering
- Technical mapping
- Network simulations
- Data collection
- Field surveys
- Site evaluations
- Technical documentation
- VB
- Oracle
- Python
- Microsoft Office
- MapInfo
- GIS
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Technical Documentation
- Test Data Generation
- Mentorship
- Problem Solving
- Curiosity
- Decision Making
- Python (Programming Language)
- Self-Motivation
- Teamwork
- Valid Driver's License
- Telecommunications
- Database Queries
- Computer Engineering
- Document Preparations
- Field Surveys
- Visual Basic (Programming Language)
- GIS Applications
- Precisely MapInfo Professional
Job areas
- Engineering
- Technology
- Data & Analytics
- Student
- Registered Nurse (General)
- Nursing Professionals
- Registered Nurses
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