Internship - Quantum Applications Research

QuEra Computing Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing Inc. in Boston, MA invites you to join as a Quantum Applications Research Intern, working with a team of leading scientists and engineers on quantum applications for neutral-atom hardware.

You will collaborate with experts in quantum information and AMO physics to explore, model, and test new approaches for quantum computation, and contribute to scalable tool development and hardware-aware experiments.

Qualifications

• Solid background in quantum computing and quantum information processing
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experts in quantum information and AMO physics to explore, model, and test new approaches for using neutral atoms for quantum computation
• Develop scalable hardware-aware resource estimation tools for complex quantum workloads
• Map quantum simulation algorithms onto logical microarchitectures and contribute to hardware-aware tooling and simulations

Skills

Quantum computing

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Physics/CS or related field

Tools

Cirq

Qiskit

Stim

Qualtran

Job description

About QuEra Computing, Inc.

QuEra Computing is building the world's most powerful neutral-atom quantum computers. Our systems are designed to scale and enable groundbreaking advances in science and technology. We collaborate closely with leading academic and industry partners to push the boundaries of quantum computing, error correction, and fault tolerance.

Summary

QuEra Computing Inc. seeks a Quantum Applications Research Intern to join our growing team of scientists and engineers developing quantum applications for QuEra's neutral atom quantum computers. As an intern, you will collaborate with leading experts in quantum information and AMO physics to explore, model, and test new approaches for using neutral atoms for quantum computation. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of theory and hardware, contributing directly to the advancement of scalable quantum computing.

Possible internship projects include mapping quantum simulation algorithms for strongly correlated spin and fermionic problems onto logical microarchitectures, the development of scalable hardware-aware resource estimation tools for complex quantum workloads and noise modeling to further refine QuEra's digital hardware twins.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and those received before Nov. 15, 2026 are guaranteed full consideration. Internship terms are flexible, including outside the summer, and can be arranged around candidates' availability.

Qualifications

• Solid background in quantum computing and quantum information processing
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or have completed a Ph.D. program in Physics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong programming skills and experience with quantum circuit simulation SDKs (e.g., cirq or Qiskit, stim)
• Experience using AI coding agents (Claude Code, Cursor, or similar) as part of a real research or development workflow
• Experience with resource estimation frameworks (e.g., Qualtran)
• Familiarity with neutral atom quantum computing hardware and AMO physics

Why Join QuEra?

You will be part of a collaborative, fast-moving team at the forefront of quantum technology. This internship offers exposure to both cutting-edge theory and practical implementation, with opportunities to contribute to peer-reviewed research and real-world quantum hardware development.

On-site internship. There is no relocation offered for this role.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.