RNE Co-op Student

Radio Network Engineering Co-op

Eastlink

Designated Office:

6080 Young St

Halifax, NS B3K 5L2

Eastlink is a family owned, entrepreneurial and innovative company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We take great pride in being a leader in delivering creative competitive, customer focused telecommunications solutions, and connecting our customers to the things and people that matter most. Serving a customer base across seven provinces, our advanced solutions include Internet, Mobile, TV, Telephone, Security and Automation, Data Communications and exclusive locally produced programming on Eastlink Community TV.

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.

Position Overview

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

Experience and Qualifications

• 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

Why Choose Eastlink?

Eastlink operates in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.

Get your career started with us and stay with us, your journey begins here!