Technical Business Development Intern M/F

Alice & Bob; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Kitchen access

Transportation cost coverage

Job summary

Alice & Bob in Boston is offering a Technical Business Development Intern position within the North America team. You will support program development, market research, and stakeholder coordination while learning practical business development in a quantum tech startup.

The role emphasizes clear communication, rigorous research, and the ability to translate technical concepts for non-specialists. Start between January and March 2027, with mentorship from the Quantum Technology Lead, Public

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in physical science, economics or mathematics
• Graduate degree program in public policy (enrolled)
• Proficient in English
• No previous professional experience required; internship or project experience acceptable
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Excellent written communication and editing of technical content
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-specialists
• Strong organizational and deadline-tracking abilities
• Interpersonal skills to build stakeholder relationships

Responsibilities

• Research the U.S. quantum computing landscape, including funding sources, program announcements, and competitors
• Summarize findings for the Quantum Technology Lead to inform program strategy
• Prepare briefing materials and background research ahead of stakeholder engagements
• Help maintain contact records and follow up on engagement activities
• Review and refine technical content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
• Coordinate input from technical contributors and track proposal deadlines and requirements
• Track program milestones, deliverables, and reporting requirements
• Support communication with government program stakeholders under the guidance of the manager

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in physical science/economics/mathematics

Graduate degree program (public policy)

Job description

Technical Business Development Intern M/F at Alice & Bob, Boston. A intern-level full time position in the North America team, listed under business operations.

We're a diverse team of 250+ brilliant minds from over 35 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!

Purpose of the role

In a context of growing public-sector investment in quantum technologies, the Technical Business Development Intern supports the establishment of impactful technical programs for Alice & Bob in the United States.

Reporting to the Quantum Technology Lead, Public Sector, you will work closely with the North America team to develop market insight, build strategic relationships, and contribute to proposals and government programs, while learning technical business development under the guidance of an experienced practitioner.

This internship will start between January and March 2027!

- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law)

- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen

Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.

You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!

We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.

Responsibilities

• Research the U.S. quantum computing landscape, including funding sources, program announcements, and competitors
• Summarize findings for the Quantum Technology Lead to inform program strategy
• Prepare briefing materials and background research ahead of stakeholder engagements
• Help maintain contact records and follow up on engagement activities
• Review and refine technical content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
• Coordinate input from technical contributors and track proposal deadlines and requirements
• Track program milestones, deliverables, and reporting requirements
• Support communication with government program stakeholders under the guidance of the manager

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Undergraduate degree in physical science, economics or mathematics; currently enrolled in a graduate degree program (including public policy)
• LANGUAGES: Proficient in English
• EXPERIENCE: No prior professional experience required; internship or project experience in research, writing or business development is a plus
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize technical and market information
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail, especially for editing technical documents
• Ability to understand technical concepts in quantum computing and communicate them to non-specialist audiences
• Organizational skills to track multiple deadlines, deliverables and requirements
• Interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Curiosity and willingness to learn from an experienced mentor