Intern, R&D (Thin Film Materials)
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Job Location:
Palo Alto, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PsiQuantumsmission is to build the first useful quantum computersmachines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016 our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit fault-tolerant quantum systems.
Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy pharmaceuticals finance agriculture transportation materials and other foundational industries.
Our architecture and approachisbased on silicon photonics. Byleveragingthe advanced semiconductor manufacturing industryincluding partners like GlobalFoundrieswe use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale: photonsdontfeel heat are immune to electromagnetic interference and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.
In 2024PsiQuantumannounced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane Australia and Chicago Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically definingand that now is the time to scale.
PsiQuantumalso develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application software and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companiesincluding Lockheed Martin Mercedes-Benz Boehringer Ingelheim and Mitsubishi Chemicalto prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.
Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. Itrepresentsa fundamental shiftand a path to mastering challenges that cannot besolvedany other way. The potential is enormous and we have a clearpathto make it real.
Come join us.
Job Summary:
This position reports to the Superconducting Devices Group. Our group designs fabricates and tests components that will be integrated into a complete system. We are seeking an R&D Intern Thin Film Materials to focus on superconducting thin films that enable high-performance superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs). In this role you will develop and characterize thin film materials with a key objective of identifying measurable material properties and characterization techniques that reliably predict device performance.
Responsibilities:
- Develop superconducting thin films using deposition and characterization tools at both internal and external facilities.
- Perform bulk and surface characterization (XRD AFM SEM TEM SIMS etc.)
- Conduct room temperature and cryogenic electrical characterization of blanket films.
- Correlate material properties with device performance to identify predictive proxies for SNSPD behavior.
- Analyze thin film and device experimental data and maintain clear documentation of processes and results.
- Conduct data analysis prepare presentations and document your work.
- Coordinate deposition schedules and material testing with external vendors and partners.
- Actively track wafers in progress and report on their status.
Experience/Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a . or Ph.D in Materials Science and Engineering Electrical Engineering Physics or related field.
- Experience with deposition techniques such as PVD CVD or MBE.
- Strong understanding of thin film metrology and materials characterization.
- Proficient with data analysis tools (Excel Python JMP etc.).
- Strong communication skills.
U.S. Intern Hourly Pay Rate Chart
Education level COMPLETED | Hourly Rate | Housing/CommuterStipend |
Bachelors: In Process | $27.50 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
Bachelors Degree | $31.00 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
Masters: 1stYear | $36.00 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
Masters Degree | $40.00 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
PhD: In Process | $44.00 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
PhD: Near Completion | $47.00 | Variable based on permanent residency location |
PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability military or veteran status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable laws.
Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to .
We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
Required Experience:
Intern
