Quantum Computing & Materials Intern (Advanced Degree) – Santa Clara, CA | Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day.

Applied Materials’ CTO group is searching for a quantum technology engineer intern to join our team! At Applied’s CTO group, we focus on solid-state solutions for quantum technology, i.e. superconducting qubits and optical quantum computing. Our primary objective is to collaborate with system companies and universities to develop quantum devices with significantly lower error rates compared to current standards. Our approach centers on harnessing state of the art materials engineering and semiconductor processing, as well as our expertise in advanced optics and other relevant areas to enhance device performance. To achieve this goal, we're seeking individuals with a strong background in quantum technology to join our expanding team.

The position will entail the following:

• Work with process, hardware, integration, and metrology team to design and develop new quantum computing devices.
• Design and conduct experiments, collect and analysis characterization data.
• Explore new growth area leveraging Applied’s expertise in precision material engineering.

Requirements

• Student must be pursuing a Masters or Ph.d degree program in Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Knowledge and research experience in solid-state qubits technology
• Experience in semiconductor processing and quantum device modeling preferred

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Intern / Student

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.