Optics Engineering Intern

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Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing  


Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents. 


We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing. 


Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news


We are seeking an Optics Engineering Intern for our Golden Valley, MN location.

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Key Responsibilities:
  • Laser setup and optimization
  • Optical component testing
  • Optical and optomechanical assembly design, setup, and testing
  • Monitoring and automation within optical systems
  • Collaboration with scientists and engineers


YOU MUST HAVE:
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program
  • Graduating after December 2024
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. person (defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status)


WE VALUE:
  • Individuals pursuing Engineering / Optics / Physics graduate programs preferred
  • Experience with theoretical and practical aspects of imaging and laser optics, including micro-optics
  • Experience with scientific programming languages or optical simulation tools such as Matlab, Python, COMSOL, or similar
  • Interpersonal skills: cross-group and cross-culture collaboration
  • Experience with optical design programs such as Code V, Zemax, Lighttools, FRED, or similar.
  • Experience with Mechanical design programs such as Solid Works
  • Commitment to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op 


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$19 – $26 an hour
Compensation & Benefits: 
Non-incentive eligible
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What is in it for you?

·         A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work 

·         Flexible work schedule 

·         Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance 

·         Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time 

·         Paid parental leave 

·         Employee discounts 


Quantinuum is an 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.



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