Fault-Tolerant Quantum Software Intern

IBM; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Research is seeking a Quantum Information Software Intern for 2027 in onsite locations across the United States. You will collaborate with researchers to advance software for fault-tolerant quantum computing, including resource estimation and optimization of quantum algorithm primitives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and prefers a Master’s, with familiarity in quantum information and the ability to turn theory into prototypes.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with quantum information science and circuits.
• Ability to translate theoretical concepts into software prototypes.
• Interest in fault-tolerant quantum computing and research

Responsibilities

• Support researchers in advancing software for fault-tolerant quantum computing.
• Estimate resources for quantum algorithms.
• Assist in compiling and optimizing quantum algorithm primitives.
• Contribute to reducing non-Clifford resource usage for quantum algorithms.
• Help optimize compilation for architecture with magic state factories and entanglement routing

Skills

Quantum information

Prototype software

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

IBM Research is seeking a Quantum Information Software Intern for 2027 in onsite locations across the United States. You will collaborate with researchers to advance software for fault-tolerant quantum computing, including resource estimation and optimization of quantum algorithm primitives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and prefers a Master’s, with familiarity in quantum information and the ability to turn theory into prototypes.