Quantum Control Systems Intern

At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring what’s next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud.

You’ll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world.

Your role and responsibilities

At IBM Quantum we build utility scale (> 100 qubit) quantum computer systems comprised of superconducting qubits cooled to 10mK in dilution refridgerators and controlled by microwave pulses produced from advanced racks of room temperature electronics (RTE). Our team at IBM quantum working on building, deploying and calibrating these systems is looking for a summer intern to contribute to RTE deployments.

In this role you will help build out our RTE systems, troubleshoot issues, and suggest improvements that may help with systems reliability and stability. This also includes improvements to the qualification, setup and operation of Chiller Distribution Units which provide constant temperature fluid for several system components.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

Candidate for this role is required to have the following expertise:

• Studies in EE, Physics or a related discipline
• Proficient in electrical control setups
• Knowledge in the test and validation of control setups
• Experience troubleshooting complex systems
• Desire/interest to work in the field of quantum control systems

Candidate for this role would also benefits from the following expertise:

• General knowledge of microwave circuits, incl. test equipment
• Knowledge of classical control and readout of quantum circuits
• Understanding of circuit design and test

IBM Research is the organic growth engine of IBM and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, IBM Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for IBM, our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing.

Across IBM Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud.

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