About the role#
This internship focuses on advancing neutral atom quantum computing technologies. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists to design, build, and characterize these systems.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design and construction of neutral atom quantum computers under the guidance of your mentor.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to verify and validate system modules.
- Investigate noise and decoherence sources to help develop mitigation strategies.
- Support experimental setups, including work with lasers, optical components, and atom trapping systems.
- Use the Python scientific stack to analyze experimental data and provide feedback for system improvements.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree in physics, computer science, mathematics, or a related field.
- A strong background in physics and experience with optics.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Python programming skills, specifically with libraries like PyTorch, NumPy, SciPy, and Pandas, are a plus but not required.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The role follows a rolling term.
- Please note that we do not offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship for this position.
About QuEra Computing Inc.
QuEra Computing builds neutral-atom quantum computers. The company uses a multi-zone architecture to provide reconfigurable qubit connectivity. Founded in 2018, it operates out of Boston with additional locations in Japan and the UK. It serves enterprise innovators, research institutions, and government agencies.
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