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The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists materials scientists and hardware and software engineers on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer.

Throughout your internship journey youll have access to unparalleled resources including state-of-the-art computing infrastructure cutting-edge research papers and mentorship from industry luminaries. This immersive experience will not only sharpen your technical skills but also cultivate your ability to think critically communicate effectively and thrive in a fast-paced innovative environment where bold ideas are celebrated.

Join us at the forefront of applied science where your contributions will shape the future of Quantum Computing and propel humanity forward. Seize this extraordinary opportunity to learn grow and leave an indelible mark on the world of technology.

Amazon has positions available for Quantum Research Science and Applied Science Internships in Santa Clara CA and Pasadena CA.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in any of the following areas : superconducting qubits cavity / circuit QED quantum optics open quantum systems superconductivity electromagnetic simulations of superconducting circuits microwave engineering benchmarking quantum error correction etc.

In this role you will work alongside global experts to develop and implement novel scalable solutions that advance the state-of-the-art in the areas of quantum computing. You will tackle challenging groundbreaking research problems work with leading edge technology focus on highly targeted customer use-cases and launch products that solve problems for Amazon customers.

The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems. A successful candidate will be a self-starter comfortable with ambiguity with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.

About the team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work / Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.

Hybrid Work

We value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus on a build. We also value in-person collaboration and time spent face-to-face. Our team affords employees options to work in the office every day or in a flexible hybrid work model near one of our U.S. Amazon offices.

• Can relocate to where the internship is based
• Are enrolled in a PhD program during / through the duration of your internship
• Are 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work 40 hours / week minimum and commit to 11 week internship minimum
• Familiarity in one or more of the following areas : superconducting qubits cavity / circuit QED quantum optics open quantum systems superconductivity electromagnetic simulations of superconducting circuits microwave engineering benchmarking quantum error correction etc.
• Knowledge of R MATLAB Python or similar scripting language
• Interest is staying abreast of new research developments in the field of quantum computation

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants : Job duties for this position include : work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country / region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and / or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

Robotics,Machine Learning,Python,AI,C / C++,Data Collection,Research Experience,Signal Processing,Natural Language Processing,Computer Vision,Deep Learning,Tensorflow

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 136000 - 212800