Insitu Litography Intern (H1/2027)

Quandela; United States; Remote; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Meal vouchers Swile Card

Transport cost support 50%

Internship allowance €1,200–€1,400 per

1.5 days off per month

Job summary

Quandela is seeking an Insitu Litography Intern (H1/2027) to join the Products team. The internship is full-time and mainly lab-based with up to 30% Python development, focusing on lithography modules for deterministic quantum dot fabrication.

The role requires a physics background (master or bachelor), strong English, and the ability to work in a collaborative hardware engineering environment. Remote options are available, with the position based in France.

Qualifications

• Master or bachelor in physics with a focus on semiconductor/ optics.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Experience with laboratory work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and enhance lithography modules for quantum dot fabrication.
• Conduct mainly experimental work in the lab with up to 30% Python development.
• Collaborate within the hardware engineering team to deliver reliable results.

Skills

Python

Optical alignment

Optical design

Laser physics

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Bachelor in Physics (semiconductor/ optics preferred)

Job description

Insitu Litography Intern (H1/2027) at Quandela, Palaiseau, Île-de-France, France (remote). A intern-level full time position in the Products team, listed under hardware engineering.

Description of the Team/Project

The intern will join the single photon source fabrication team at Quandela, which carries R&D and production of InAs quantum dot based single photon sources for photonic quantum computing.

Your Key Responsibilities

The intern will be in charge of operating and enhancing the lithography modules that deterministically select quantum dots for single photon source fabrications. This internship will be mainly experimental with significant time spent in the laboratory, however up to 30% of internship time could consist in python code development and can be done from office.

Education & Background

• Master degree of Bachelor degree in Physics, preferentially in semiconductor and optics

Languages

• Professional fluency in English (written and spoken)

What we also offer

A challenging and innovative work environment at the heart of quantum computing. A diverse and collaborative company culture. Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

At Quandela, we believe that the strength of our team is the plurality of experiences, perspectives, and journeys. We are committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. All applications are welcome.

Requirements

• Optical alignment, optical design, knowledge of laser physics, python code
• Fast adaptation, ability to work in large team

Benefits

• Swile Card (meal vouchers)
• 50% participation in transportation costs
• Possibility of remote work
• Internship Allowance between €1,200 and €1,400 per month
• 1,5 days off per month, cumulative