Emerging Careers at Ericsson India

Start building what’s next: Before you graduate

At Ericsson India, our Emerging Talent Programs are designed to help you move beyond the classroom and gain real-world exposure to the technologies shaping the future of connectivity. Through strong academic collaborations, industry-led initiatives, and hands-on learning experiences, we engage with you early supporting a smooth transition from university to industry.

Here, learning never stops, opportunities are expansive, and your growth is intentional. This isn’t just work experience, it’s the starting point for a career built on innovation, impact, and long-term progression.

Build awareness of real-world technology applications

Strengthen industry readiness through applied learning

Get early exposure to professional environments

Unlock opportunities that will extend beyond your internship

Our program portfolio

Internship opportunities

Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge telecom innovations by collaborating with skilled engineers in a dynamic, global setting. Learn actively, make meaningful
contributions, and build a solid foundation for a successful career in deep tech. We
provide multiple entry pathways, all leading to opportunities for Full-Time Employment

Tech Talks and Leadership sessions

Engage with Ericsson experts and leaders as they share insights into emerging
technologies, evolving skill expectations, and real-world industry use cases. Get clarity on where the industry is headed and how you can prepare for it.

Skill-focused bootcamps

Dive deeper into high-demand, industry-aligned skills through focused and intensive
bootcamps. These hands-on learning experiences are designed to strengthen your
technical capabilities, enhance your practical understanding, and make you career-
ready

Industry Awareness Program

Understand what it truly means to transition from campus to corporate life. Learn how organizations function, what different roles entail, and the professional skills and mindset needed to succeed from day one

Programs for every ambition

Ericsson Edge Academia

Ericsson Edge Academia is your chance to start building future-ready tech skills while you’re still in college. If you’re a pre-final year student in Electronics, Telecommunications, or Computer Science, this program gives you access to flexible, self-paced learning. You’ll explore emerging technologies, gain hands-on experience, and learn by using real tools and platforms from Ericsson, all at no cost

Emerge

Ericsson Edge Academia gives you the opportunity to work on real business challenges and experience what it’s like to be part of a collaborative, innovation-driven environment at Ericsson. Through summer and final-year internships, you can gain practical, hands-on experience either via your university’s placement process or through referrals. The program is designed to make things clear and accessible, with defined roles, stipends, and expectations, all aligned with your academic calendar.

Ascent

ASCENT is Ericsson India’s flagship early-career program designed to help you kick-start your professional journey with confidence. As a graduate, you’ll begin with a 1-month structured induction to get you up to speed, followed by two years of continuous learning, support, and real project experience in your chosen domain. Along the way, you’ll collaborate with teams across Ericsson’s global network, build practical skills, and work on meaningful challenges.

Faculty Development Program

We collaborate with academic institutions through Faculty Development Programs to ensure educators stay aligned with current industry practices and technologies. By strengthening industry relevance within the classroom, we help create a richer learning environment that ultimately benefits you equipping you with knowledge and skills that reflect real-world demands.

Industry and government initiatives

We collaborate with leading industry partners and government bodies to provide advanced learning opportunities in emerging technologies. Through initiatives such as the 5G training programs introduced by Ericsson in partnership with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), students gain exposure to cutting-edge developments in areas like 5G and IoT.

Nuha, MLOps Intern

One thing that surprised me about Ericsson is how open, supportive, and flexible the work culture is.Even as an intern, I felt comfortable asking questions and everyone was always willing to help. It made learning so much easier and really boosted my confidence, especially as a fresher stepping straight out of college.

Apply and get started

We collaborate with your institution to identify eligible and interested students. If you meet the criteria, you can register and start your application, taking the first step toward launching your career with us.

2. Show us how you think

Your profile will be reviewed your profile based on eligibility, skills, and the requirements of the internship role. Through assessments and conversations, we look beyond scores to understand your problem-solving approach.

3. Engage with the team

Shortlisted candidates participate in campus or virtual interviews and get a chance to interact with experts from Ericsson while also learning more about the real world challenges we solve.

4. Making it official

Candidates who successfully complete the interview process receive an internship offer from Ericsson and participate in a structured induction program designed to help them transition from campus to corporate life

5. Step into real work

As an Ericsson intern, you’ll work alongside experts on real projects creating value from day one. Gain hands-on learning, mentorship, and exposure to real technologies.

6. Step up for impact

At the end of the internship you will earn a certificate. Based on your performance and preferences, you also get the opportunity to transition into full time role.