Ion Trap Fabrication Intern - 500
US Plymouth, MN
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We are seeking a(n) Ion Trap Fabrication Intern in our Plymouth, MN Location.
We are seeking a highly motivated intern with a background in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science to join our team focused on ion trap device fabrication. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to the development and characterization of advanced wafer-level fabrication processes for quantum technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and optimization of microfabrication processes for ion trap devices.
- Support integration of novel materials into existing fabrication workflows.
- Perform characterization of fabricated devices using techniques such as SEM electrical testing and other materials measurement techniques.
- Analyze process data and contribute to process improvement strategies.
- Document experimental procedures, results, and findings in lab notebooks and reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, metrology, and quantum device testing.
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Current enrollment in a graduate program
- Graduating on or after 2026
- Experience with materials characterization tools and data analysis.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen
WE VALUE:
- Pursuing Masters or PhD degree in in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and microfabrication techniques (e.g., photolithography, etching, deposition).
- Prior experience with ion trap technologies or quantum devices is a plus but not required.
- This internship may lead to opportunities for continued collaboration or full-time employment.
$33 - $40 an hour
Compensation & Benefits:
Non-Incentive Eligible
The pay range for this role is $33/hr. – $40/hr. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
What is in it for you?
For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of up to $1000/month
A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work
Flexible work schedule
Employee discounts
About Us:
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.
By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.
As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news
Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
