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Introduction

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

As a research intern with the IBM quantum error correction team, you will work alongside our researchers, your job will be to advance the field of quantum computing by investigating topics of importance to fault tolerant quantum computations. 

Areas of research include quantum error correction with a focus on decoding theory.

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging research problems as part of a diverse team in a global research organization. 

Our cross-disciplinary approach to research, coupled with the curiosity of our researchers and engineers, offers a unique opportunity to participate in scientific and industrial research. Interns have authored papers, filed patents, and contributed to open-source projects and IBM products during their time with us.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

•    Applicants should be enrolled in an MSc or PhD programme in computer science, mathematics, physics or a related field focusing on quantum computing and quantum information.

•    Experience in an academic graduate program related to applicable area of quantum computing, such as error correction, decoding theory, or compilation.

•    Coursework or projects in applicable area.

•    Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages such as Python.

•    Passion for solving problems of strategic interest to IBM's roadmap for fault-tolerant quantum computing.

•    Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

•    Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

•    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Strong publication record in high-impact journals or conferences.

• Programming experience in core & scientific language (e.g. python, numpy, scipy, matplotlib) and Qiskit.

• Familiarity with Git and/or Github.

• Familiarity with AI tooling for research.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

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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At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Job Title

Quantum Error Correction Research Intern - 2027 (f/m/x)

Job ID

132927

City / Township / Village

Ehningen

State / Province

Baden-Wurttemberg

Country

Germany

Work arrangement

Hybrid

Area of work

Research

Employment type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Position type

Internship

Travel required

Up to 40% or 2 days a week (home on weekends- based on project requirements)

Company

(0161) IBM Deutschland Research & Development GmbH

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No