Digital Verification/Design Co-op (Summer 2026)

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, 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:

• Develop new scripts to automate different stages of physical implementation.
• Help with development and support of our implementation flow.
• Run trials and document the results.
• Debug issues and analyze the results.

The Must Haves:

• Working towards completion of 2nd or 3rd year undergraduate in suitable subject within a Computer or Electrical Engineering Dept. with good standing.
• Good programming and debugging skills.
• Attention to details and good communication skills.
• Resourcefulness and methodical problem-solving approach are key to a successful candidate

Assets:

• Experience with Phyton, TCL, Perl or any other scripting languages.
• Basic knowledge of digital logic and/or communication theory.
• Familiarity with Verilog or other hardware description languages
• Familiarity with timing constraints
• Understanding of basic synthesis and P&R concepts
• Timing closure and STA knowledge

Pay Range

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 – $34.00/hour

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.

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