Networks CNE Operations - Intern

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RAN Site Construction & Engineering Operations Intern

Location: Plano, TX

Duration: 12 weeks

Start Date: May 25, 2027

About this opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated intern to support our RAN Site Construction & Engineering Operations team. This role provides hands-on experience in the operational planning and execution of multi-site cellular network deployments.

The intern will help optimize workflows, track project schedules, manage documentation, coordinate logistics, and prepare progress reports. Working with engineering, construction, field operations, project management, vendors, and subcontractors, the intern will help identify bottlenecks and improve project efficiency.

What you will do:

• Maintain project trackers, schedules, milestone reports, and action-item lists for multi-site RAN deployments.

• Monitor site progress from planning and engineering through construction, installation, closeout, and handoff.

• Collect status updates from engineering teams, field crews, vendors, and subcontractors.

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports summarizing progress, milestones, risks, delays, and upcoming activities.

• Organize and maintain project documentation, including site records, drawings, scopes of work, material lists, photographs, and closeout packages.

• Support logistics for equipment, materials, site access, workforce scheduling, and deployment activities.

• Help identify workflow bottlenecks, missing information, schedule conflicts, and operational risks.

• Assist teams in developing and implementing process improvements.

• Coordinate meetings and document decisions, action items, owners, and deadlines.

• Verify that project records are complete, accurate, current, and stored according to established procedures.

• Develop spreadsheets, dashboards, and other tools to improve project visibility.

• Escalate delays, documentation gaps, and coordination issues to the appropriate project lead.

• Follow company, customer, quality, confidentiality, and safety requirements.

Join our Team

The skills you bring:

• Working towards a Bachelors or Masters degree in:

• Electrical, telecommunications, wireless, computer, systems, or industrial engineering

• Civil or construction engineering

• Computer science

• Information systems or information technology

• Data analytics

• Operations or supply-chain management

• Business administration

• Construction management

• Project management

• Logistics

• Other disciplines that demonstrate analytical, organizational, or technical capability

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, or basic programming (Python, scripting)

• Clear written and verbal communication

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and adapt to dynamic environments

• Familiarity with project management, data analysis, or IT operations (preferred but not required)

• Comfort learning telecommunications concepts and technical tools

Skills You Will Learn

• Telecommunications infrastructure, RAN architecture, and network deployment fundamentals

• RF principles, network optimization techniques, and performance metrics

• Construction project workflows, site logistics, and operational best practices

• Project and program management tools, methodologies, and governance

• Automation frameworks, scripting, and tools relevant to network operations

• Data analysis and visualization for network performance and operational insights

• Cross-functional collaboration in a complex, regulated industry

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?

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com. : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)

Job details: Implementation Management

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay

The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.