Posted 9 days ago
RNE Student
@ Eastlink
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
Eastlink is hiring a Radio Network Engineering co-op student for a temporary winter term at its Halifax, Nova Scotia office. The role supports Radio Network Engineers through field surveys, network simulations, technical mapping and documentation, and developing engineering tools. The posting requires a valid Nova Scotia driver's licence and an Engineering student enrolled in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain technical maps
- Generate network simulations for projected scenarios
- Drive test data collection and presentation
- Conduct field surveys and site evaluations of wireless sites
- Develop tools to streamline engineering processes
Requirements summary:
- Electrical or Computer Engineering student, Telecommunications preferred
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's licence
- Strong database query skills (VB, Oracle, Python)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications |
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Eastlink
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Full company description
As Canada’s largest family owned and operated telecommunications company, Eastlink provides world-class mobile, TV, video entertainment and communications services to residential, business and public sector customers across Canada. Powered by state-of-the-art fibre and mobile networks, Eastlink’s advanced services include Whole Home Internet, Mobile Data, Smart Home and Security, local and long distance telephone and exclusive, locally-produced programming on Eastlink Community TV. Eastlink is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 20 years and counting.
- LinkedIn followers
- 15,301
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,389
- Reported office locations
- 6080 Young St, Halifax, NS B3K 5M3, CA
- Business categories
- Telecommunications
- Mobile
- Other recorded names
- Eastlink
- Specialties
- Telephone
- Cable Television Programming
- Digital Cable
- Wireless Telecommunications
- Fibre
- Security & Automation
- and Business Solutions
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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As Canada’s largest family owned and operated telecommunications company, Eastlink provides world-class mobile, TV, video entertainment and communications services to residential, business and public sector customers across Canada. Powered by state-of-the-art fibre and mobile networks, Eastlink’s advanced services include Whole Home Internet, Mobile Data, Smart Home and Security, local and long distance telephone…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Telecommunications |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, NS |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1970 |
| Specialties | TelephoneCable Television ProgrammingDigital CableWireless TelecommunicationsFibreSecurity & Automationand Business Solutions |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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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.
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