Intern, Photonics
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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
The Intern will assist with characterization and analysis of active photonic devices circuits and systems based on barium titanate (BTO) phase shifters.
Experience/Qualifications
- Current graduate student in Photonics Electrical Engineering Physics Material Science or a related field
- Knowledge ofphotonic components and circuits.
- Experience with electro-optic testing (including grating couplers polarization synthesisers power meters lasers etc.).
- Familiarity with electrical characterization techniques (including I-V C-V).
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and presentations.
- Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of high-speed active photonic components (e.g. high-speed electro-optic phase shifters).
- Experience with high-speed electrical or electro-optic testing (e.g. using VNAs function generators high-speed photodiodes etc.).
- Hands on design and simulation experience of silicon photonic components and/or circuits (e.g. Lumerical).
- Experience with test automation preferably using Python.
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
