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Internship Quantum Computing Research Jobs in California

Quantum Engineer

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$155K - $200K/yr

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... quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services ...

Staff Research Scientist

Foster City, CA · On-site

$169K/yr

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... field of quantum computing. * Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals. * Mentor interns and contribute to a collaborative research environment. This is a hybrid position.

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What are some common challenges faced during a quantum computing research internship, and how can I prepare for them?

Quantum Computing Research internships often involve working with complex theoretical concepts and rapidly evolving technologies, which can be challenging for those new to the field. Interns may encounter difficulties in understanding quantum algorithms, programming with quantum frameworks, or keeping up with the latest research literature. To prepare, it's helpful to strengthen your foundation in quantum mechanics, linear algebra, and programming languages such as Python. Engaging with open-source quantum computing platforms and reading recent research papers can also boost your confidence and effectiveness during the internship.

What is an internship in quantum computing research?

An internship in quantum computing research is a temporary, often educational position where students or recent graduates work alongside experienced researchers to explore topics in quantum computing. Interns typically assist with experiments, data analysis, algorithm development, or software engineering related to quantum technologies. These internships provide hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge advancements in the field. They are valuable for building skills, networking with professionals, and enhancing one’s resume for future academic or industry roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship quantum computing researcher?

To thrive as an Internship Quantum Computing Researcher, you generally need a strong background in physics, mathematics, and computer science, often demonstrated by ongoing university studies in a related field. Familiarity with quantum programming languages (like Qiskit or Cirq), quantum simulators, and coding skills in Python are typically required. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively in research teams are valuable soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are important because they enable you to contribute meaningfully to cutting-edge research and adapt to the rapidly evolving field of quantum computing.

What are the most commonly searched types of Quantum Computing Research jobs in California?

The most popular types of Quantum Computing Research jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Internship Quantum Computing Research jobs?

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Product Marketing Director, Quantum Computing

Infleqtion

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Infleqtion is seeking a Director of Product Marketing, Quantum Computing to shape the positioning, narrative, and go-to-market strategy for our quantum computing portfolio. This leader will translate advanced quantum platforms, technical milestones, and roadmap priorities into clear market stories that build confidence, support commercial growth, and establish Infleqtion as a leader in practical quantum computing.

The ideal candidate brings product marketing experience from a quantum computing company or a substantive computing environment such as HPC, cloud infrastructure, AI infrastructure, semiconductors, enterprise platforms, developer tools, or advanced computing systems. They must be credible with technical teams and effective at creating messaging, content, and campaigns for customers, partners, analysts, investors, government stakeholders, and the broader quantum ecosystem.

Responsibilities
  • Own positioning, messaging, and narrative for Infleqtion’s quantum computing portfolio
  • Define the market story that differentiates Infleqtion’s technology, roadmap, use cases, and commercial value
  • Develop go-to-market messaging for announcements, launches, partnerships, events, campaigns, and executive communications
  • Translate technical capabilities, benchmarks, and proof points into compelling customer, market, and use-case narratives
  • Create core product marketing assets, including messaging frameworks, launch materials, web copy, pitch decks, briefs, explainers, FAQs, sales enablement, and executive-ready content
  • Partner with technical teams, business development, communications, digital, events, creative, and executive leadership to ensure consistent external positioning
  • Support analyst relations, media opportunities, conference narratives, webinars, thought leadership, and strategic customer or partner engagements
  • Track competitive, market, and category dynamics across quantum computing, classical computing, AI, cloud, HPC, and emerging infrastructure markets
  • 10+ years of product marketing or technical marketing experience
  • Product marketing experience in quantum computing or a technical computing environment, such as cloud, AI infrastructure, HPC, semiconductors, enterprise software, developer platforms, or advanced computing systems
  • Strong understanding of computing markets, technical buyers, partner ecosystems, and enterprise adoption dynamics
  • Proven ability to translate complex technical products into clear positioning, differentiated messaging, and market-facing content
  • Experience developing launch plans, messaging frameworks, competitive positioning, sales enablement, and campaign narratives
  • Excellent communication, writing, editing, and storytelling skills
  • Ability to work directly with technical teams and turn complex capabilities into accurate, compelling external materials
  • Ability to operate effectively in a high-growth, technically complex, category defining environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience in quantum computing, quantum software, quantum hardware, or adjacent advanced computing markets
  • Familiarity with AI and/or cloud computing markets, especially where they intersect with enterprise infrastructure, developer workflows, or emerging quantum use cases
  • Experience marketing to government, national security, research, scientific, or deep technical audiences
  • Experience supporting analyst relations, executive thought leadership, media strategy, technical events, webinars, or market education programs

In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

  • Base Salary: 165k-190k
  • 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs
  • Employer funded Health Savings Account
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Matching Programs
  • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Healthcare Savings Account
  • Paid FMLA Leave
  • Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Employer Assistance Program
  • Student Loan Repayment

Notice to Recruitment Agencies:
Infleqtion does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Infleqtion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Equal Opportunity

Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin color, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information

If this opportunity interests you and you fit the job description, please submit an application. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please feel free to contact us at hr@infleqtion.com

Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Infleqtion does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Infleqtion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.