About Us

Quantum Computing, Inc. (QCi) is an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi's products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technologies and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Hardware Engineering Intern to join our dynamic engineering team. As a Hardware Intern, you will not only play a vital role in designing, developing, and testing hardware components for our innovative projects but also have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative and cutting-edge technology environment. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early - career professional to kickstart their career in hardware engineering. This will be a Summer internship, starting May 2025 and ending in August 2025.

- Help maintain and organize accurate documentation of design changes, test procedures, and project progress.

- Collaborate with the hardware team to test and validate electronic components and systems for Quantum Computing.

- Participate in the prototyping and assembly of electronic prototypes and proof-of-concept models, including soldering work.

- Assist in designing and developing custom electronic circuits and systems under the guidance of senior engineers.

- Work closely with senior engineers to implement design changes and enhancements in the in-progress projects.

- Prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations for review by the Hardware team.

- Familiarity with designing PCBs. Experience with at least one ECAD suite (Altium, OrCAD, Allegro, CircuitMaker, and others). Altium preferred.

- Strong academic background in analog and digital electronics. Basic understanding of microcontrollers and embedded systems.

- Familiarity with simulation tools such as SPICE. Good understanding of discrete components domain.

- Experience with lab instruments such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.

- Able to code on C, C++, MATLAB/Octave, or Python.

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Detail-oriented.

The internship will take place over the summer of 2025.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.

Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.