Hello MSPQC Students!

 

Please find some exciting internship and employment opportunities for quantum computing below!

 

Jackson Conan Kennedy, M.A.

Student Services Coordinator

Department of Physics

University of Wisconsin-Madison

(517) 575-9279

Jckennedy3@wisc.edu

Pronouns: he/him/his

 

 

Internships 

1. Zurich Instruments Internships

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments based on dynamic signal processing. Zurich Instruments will be offering two internship opportunities exclusively for CQE students starting summer 2021.

 

Zurich Instruments is accepting Quantum Software Development Intern applications to support projects as they build and bring to the market the Quantum Computing Control System (QCCS). Internships are 3-6 month engagements, which will include time in Cambridge, MA or virtually and in Zurich, Switzerland (COVID-travel permitting). Interns will have physics or electrical engineering backgrounds and be enrolled in a PhD program. Requirements include practical lab experience with qubits, Python programming, and knowledge of quantum stack hardware and software layers. Responsibilities will include: Creation and documentation of measurement scripts using the QCCS; Develop and improve user experience of QCoDeS and Labber interfaces for the Zurich Instruments Quantum System Controller; support system level performance optimization; Involvement in reviewing and testing for various applications and use cases; and Deliver software documentation.

 

Due to limited openings these positions will be offered only to CQE students at this time. Interested CQE students should send a resume and motivation letter to Maja Lang (maja.lang@zhinst.com).

 

2. Verizon Internships

Verizon is a leading provider of technology, communications, information and entertainment products, transforming the way we connect across the globe. This 10-week Emerging Technology Internship Program, which is part of the Verizon Campus Program and virtual for Summer 2021, will provide a chance to learn from the best minds in the industry, take part in meaningful work and real-life projects within the Global Technology Solutions Organization, and grow professionally and personally throughout the program. 

 

Interested students must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Computer Science, Computer Information Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, or related major with an expected completion date between Dec 2021 and June 2022 and authorized to work in the US.  Demonstrated strong analytical skills, communication, leadership, and presentation skills, familiarity with statistical analysis and machine learning, experience with JavaScript, Java, Python, C, C++, Node, Jupyter Notebooks, Basic Linux, Ubuntu Server, Android Development, iOS Development, Discrete Optimization Quantum Circuit Development would be considered especially favorably. Further details and application portal can be found here.

 

 

Jobs

1. Tenure Track Faculty Position in Applied Electromagnetics, Ohio State University

The Ohio State University and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering are inviting applications for a tenure track faculty position in applied electromagnetics to support the priorities of the ElectroScience Laboratory (ESL), a major center of excellence in the College of Engineering. OSU is interested in a broad pool of applicants with research interests and expertise in RF circuits and systems, optics and photonics, technologies for quantum information science and engineering, mixed-signal microelectronics, or other areas of applied electromagnetics. While the search is focused on assistant professor positions, outstanding candidates at the associate level will also be considered. Required Qualifications:  Applicants must have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or related area. Successful candidates are expected to:

  • Develop a vigorous externally funded research program, as evidenced by grants and awards from a variety of funding agencies;
  • Develop excellence and leadership in both scholarly and professional activities, as evidenced by a strong record of publications and service in technical societies;
  • Develop outstanding instructional skills in the classroom at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as evidenced by curricular development, awards for teaching, and teaching innovations; and
  • Develop leadership in or contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion, as evidenced by a record of instructing, advising, mentoring, and impacting students of all backgrounds, including students from underrepresented minorities.

Application materials must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, contact information for three references, and three authored papers. More information can be found here: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Open-Tenure-Track-Faculty_R5610

 

CQE Contact: Zeke Johnston-Halperin (johnston-halperin.1@osu.edu)

 

2. Opportunities for physicists and engineers in Sensors Division, Systems & Technology Research (STR)

Systems & Technology Research (STR), in particular the Sensors Division, is actively recruiting physicists and engineers. STR’s mission is to solve important national security problems by developing and applying advanced technology. Interested students (undergrad or graduate) or postdocs in physics, engineering, applied math, or related fields who are considering industrial positions in research and development are encouraged to review the website and reach out to Nicholas Schade (nicholas.schade@stresearch.com).  Please note that US citizenship is required. 

 

CQE Contact: David Schuster (david.schuster@uchicago.edu)