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Cut Noise. Work Quantum.
Americas, United States, Cambridge
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Posted 122 days ago
🏢 IBM
Role Type
Role Focus
Seniority
Employer Type
This internship focuses on theoretical research within the IBM Quantum team. The intern will work to advance the field of quantum computing. Key research areas include quantum error correction, fault tolerant algorithms, information theory, and compilation. The role contributes directly to making quantum technology broadly usable and accessible.
Key Responsibilities
Advance the field of quantum computing through theoretical research.
Conduct research in areas such as quantum error correction.
Investigate fault tolerant quantum algorithms.
Explore research related to quantum information theory and compilation.
Required Skills
Experience in an academic graduate program related to quantum computing (e.g., error correction, fault tolerant algorithms, information theory, or compilation).
Completed relevant coursework or projects in applicable quantum computing areas.
Experience performing theoretical research.
Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages, such as Python.
Nice-to-have Skills
Strong publication record in high-impact journals.
Programming experience in core and scientific languages (e.g., Python, NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib).
Experience using Qiskit.
Familiarity with Git or GitHub.
Technology Tags
Quantum error correction is listed as a primary area of theoretical research.
Fault tolerant algorithms are explicitly listed as a primary area of theoretical research.
Compilation is explicitly listed as a primary area of theoretical research.
Information theory is explicitly listed as a primary area of theoretical research.
Experience with general purpose programming languages like Python is a required skill.
Familiarity with the Qiskit programming SDK is required for this role.
The role is explicitly placed within the IBM Quantum team and involves engagement with the Qiskit community.