Research Scientist Intern, Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon.com, Inc.•Pasadena, CA

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer. Throughout your internship journey, you'll have access to unparalleled resources, including state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, cutting-edge research papers, and mentorship from industry luminaries. This immersive experience will not only sharpen your technical skills but also cultivate your ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where bold ideas are celebrated. Join us at the forefront of applied science, where your contributions will shape the future of Quantum Computing and propel humanity forward. Seize this extraordinary opportunity to learn, grow, and leave an indelible mark on the world of technology. Amazon has positions available for Quantum Research Science and Applied Science Internships in Santa Clara, CA and Pasadena, CA. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in any of the following areas: superconducting qubits, cavity/circuit QED, quantum optics, open quantum systems, superconductivity, electromagnetic simulations of superconducting circuits, microwave engineering, benchmarking, quantum error correction, etc. In this role, you will work alongside global experts to develop and implement novel, scalable solutions that advance the state-of-the-art in the areas of quantum computing. You will tackle challenging, groundbreaking research problems, work with leading edge technology, focus on highly targeted customer use-cases, and launch products that solve problems for Amazon customers. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Requirements

Can relocate to where the internship is based
Are enrolled in a PhD program during/through the duration of your internship
Are 18 years of age or older
Ability to work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 11 week internship minimum

Nice To Haves

Familiarity in one or more of the following areas: superconducting qubits, cavity/circuit QED, quantum optics, open quantum systems, superconductivity, electromagnetic simulations of superconducting circuits, microwave engineering, benchmarking, quantum error correction, etc.
Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language
Interest is staying abreast of new research developments in the field of quantum computation

Responsibilities

Develop and implement novel, scalable solutions that advance the state-of-the-art in the areas of quantum computing
Tackle challenging, groundbreaking research problems
Work with leading edge technology
Focus on highly targeted customer use-cases
Launch products that solve problems for Amazon customers