Graduate Technology Leadership Program (GTLP) Next Gen Networking Services

TELUS Graduate Technology Leadership Program

Are you a new grad (or soon-to-be new grad) from an engineering computer science or applied science post-secondary program looking to launch your career with one of Canadas leading technology companies

The GTLP is a one-of-a-kind talent development program focused on providing opportunities for you to gain experience across a broad range of technologies and professional growth opportunities which will help you kickstart your career.

Visit our Linkedin and Instagram (@telusgtlp) to learn about new grad life at TELUS!

This posting is specifically for the Next Gen Networking Services stream of the Graduate Technology Leadership Program.

The Graduate Technology Leadership Program has three separate postings (Next Gen Networking Services Cybersecurity Applications and Software & AI Solutions).

We highly recommend applying only to the single stream you are most interested in and where your skills and experience are a strong fit.

What youll work on in the Next Gen Networking Services Stream:

As part of the GTLP you will have the opportunity to complete 9-month rotations across 3 different teams to help you develop technical expertise and leadership skills. Rotations are designed to promote accelerated development. Once your first rotation is complete there is an opportunity to move within other streams (Software and AI Solutions and Cybersecurity Applications.)

Your focus on this stream will be one or more of the following:

• Transform traditional network infrastructure into intelligent cloud-based systems
• Enhance sustainability through smart network optimization
• Elevate customer experience through reliable high-performance connectivity
• Drive the evolution to a hyper-connected 5G and ORAN
• Implement AI-powered network optimization and automation solutions

In this stream you will gain hands-on experience with modern tools and technologies essential for a world-class tech company. This may include building skills in one or some combination of the following areas:

• 5G Infrastructure & Radio Access Network (RAN): Deploy and optimize 5G networks build network slicing automation for IoT and enterprise use cases and develop performance monitoring solutions for coverage and quality.
• Cloud Network Engineering & NFV/SDN: Migrate network functions to cloud-native environments implement virtualization to replace hardware appliances and build multi-cloud networking solutions across AWS Azure and on-premises systems.
• Network Automation: Create machine learning models for predictive maintenance and congestion management build self-healing systems that auto-remediate failures and develop zero-touch provisioning for network equipment.
• Network Operations & Performance Engineering: Create real-time monitoring systems for latency and throughput build analytics platforms that correlate network performance with customer satisfaction and develop proactive alerting and quality assurance tools.
• Network Architecture & Strategic Planning: Design energy-efficient scalable network architectures develop sustainability solutions that reduce carbon emissions and optimize network routing to balance performance cost and energy consumption.

Long Description

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• You must be a recent grad within one year or be expecting to graduate by August 2026 with a Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science engineering or a related technical degree.
• Minimum 4-12 months of relevant professional work internship or co-op experience in a technical environment.
  Required Skills & Abilities:

Leadership & Initiative:

• Demonstrated leadership potential through academic projects community involvement extracurricular activities or volunteer work
  Takes ownership and initiative in approaching challenges and driving results

Technical Foundation:

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g. Python Java JavaScript C etc.)
• Solid understanding of software development fundamentals and best practices

Learning Agility:

• Strong aptitude for rapidly acquiring new programming languages frameworks and technologies
• Adaptable and comfortable working with unfamiliar tools and evolving technical landscapes

Communication & Collaboration:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey technical concepts clearly
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively in team environments

Problem-Solving & Analysis:

• Advanced analytical thinking and systematic approach to solving complex problems
• Ability to break down ambiguous challenges into actionable solutions

Innovation & Creativity:

• Creative problem-solver who brings fresh perspectives and innovative approaches
• Thinks beyond conventional solutions to deliver impactful results

Continuous Learning:

• Intellectually curious with genuine enthusiasm for emerging technologies and industry trends
• Self-motivated to expand technical knowledge and skills continuously

Customer-Centric Mindset:

• Strong commitment to creating meaningful impact for customers and end-users
• Passion for building solutions that solve real-world problems and improve experiences

Locations and Perks:
Locations: Positions are available in Vancouver Calgary Edmonton Toronto Ottawa and Montreal.
Work Style: TELUS Work Styles program offers flexibility to work when and where you will be most effective whether thats from an office location from home or a hybrid of the two.
Development: Gain new skills through completion of technical certifications (e.g. CompTIA Security CEH) and leadership training. You will have mentors alongside you every step of the way.
Benefits: Full health life and dental benefits from day one. Generous benefit coverage to support your mental well-being.
Financial: Employee stock option plan and pension plan with generous company contributions.
Time Off: Vacation and personal well-being days.

Recruitment Process:
Application review (on a rolling basis)
Completion of pre-screening questions to self-assess your skills with certain tools and technologies.
Phone Interview (30 minutes)
Completion of a video project (Pending invitation)
Panel Interview (1 hour)
Background Check
Offer
Start date: June or October 2026
Please note: Apply online at the TELUS Careers link below by 11:59pm PST Monday March 16 2026.

Who is TELUS

Were a high-performing team of individuals who collectively make TELUS one of the leading telecommunications companies in Canada. Our competitive consumer offerings include wireline wireless internet and Optik TV. We also deliver a compelling range of products and services for small medium and large businesses; and have carved out a leadership position in the health energy finance and public sector markets with innovative industry specific solutions.

Everyone belongs at TELUS. It doesnt matter who you are what you do or how you do it at TELUS your unique contribution and talents will be valued and respected. Because the more diverse perspectives we have the more likely we are to crack the code on what our customers want and our communities need.

Do you share our passion

At TELUS you create future friendly possibilities.

At TELUS we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability.