Internship

Quantum Education

Ref. 2025_001

Project description

IBM Quantum is the industry leader for developing universal quantum computers for business, engineering and science. This effort includes advancing the entire quantum computing technology stack, exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible, and growing the field of quantum computing. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are not only committed to drive innovation for our clients in the IBM Quantum Network but also to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive next generation of quantum workforce and a global community of users together with our partners.

At IBM Research-Europe Zurich, we are expanding the Education & Workforce EMEA Team, a team of international, diverse, highly skilled and motivated individuals focused on educating the next generation of quantum ready workforce and further develop our community of Qiskit users in EMEA. We are looking for IBM Quantum Education Intern to strengthen the team.

• Learn the latest tools and capabilities in Qiskit
• Work on educational material in particular developing Qiskit Jupyter notebooks
• Organize events/community activities
• Work on cross team projects in a truly global environment
• Get access to state-of-the-art quantum processors
• Gain a broad experience in quantum research
• Get exposure to the wide range of research happening at IBM Research
  
  

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry
• Solid Quantum Computing knowledge
• Proficient in Qiskit
• Enthusiasm for outreach and community building events
• Based in Zurich
  
  

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry with a focus on quantum computing (for example during internship or master thesis)
• Deep knowledge of Quantum Computing and its applications
• Proven experience in Qiskit (papers, GitHub repo, etc.)
• Have attended/participated in IBM Quantum events/programs such as: Qiskit Advocate, IBM Quantum Challenge, Qiskit Global Summer School, etc.
• Some experience in teaching
  
  

You will be working at IBM Research-Europe Zurich , located in Rüschlikon. The starting date is March 2025.

Diversity

IBM is committed to diversity at the workplace. With us you will find an open, multicultural environment. Excellent flexible working arrangements enable all genders to strike the desired balance between their professional development and their personal lives.

How to apply

If you’re interested, please submit your current CV and a motivation letter here.