We are seeking an onsite Photonic Integrated Circuit Design Intern in our Broomfield, CO location.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in a team of physicists and optical engineers supporting the development of commercial and research systems for quantum computing
- Design and develop integrated photonic components and systems in novel ways to deliver and manipulate light across the spectrum
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Physics or Engineering PhD program intended on graduating on/after September 2027
- Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
- 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:
- 3+ years’ of experience (advanced degree inclusive) with photonic integrated circuits (PIC) design using photonic simulation tools (Lumerical, RSoft, or similar guided mode and FDTD solvers) and layout tools (Klayout, GDSFactory, or similar) Preferred: experience with adjoint optimization and inverse design techniques
- Experience with design-for-manufacturing
- Experience with photonics fabrication processes and metrology
- Experience with materials used in visible photonics circuits and optics
- Experience in product development regarding photonic design, fabrication and/or packaging of PIC systems
- Experience working with cross-disciplinary teams (architecture, physics, fabrication, mechanical engineering, photonics) to develop solutions
- Broad understanding of optical principles and practices and experience applying this knowledge to projects
- Programming experience in Matlab, Python, C
- Experience with testing and data analysis (taking, plotting, analyzing, fitting and interpreting relevant data from optical testing experiments)
- Commitment to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op
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$41 - $55 an hour
Compensation & Benefits:
The pay range for this role is $41 - $55 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
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Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.
Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.
By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
What’s in it for you?
We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.
- For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of $500 per check/bi-weekly
- A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work
- Flexible work schedule
- Employee discounts
Equal Opportunity Employer
Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.
QUANTUM ROLE CONTEXT | Appended by Quantum.Jobs v2
Role context:
This internship role exists to support the design, simulation, and modeling of integrated photonic components used within complex hardware platforms. Positioned within an optical engineering and physics environment, the position serves as a functional link between theoretical device concepts and physical layout realization. Professionals in this capacity work alongside cross-disciplinary teams to translate system-level optical requirements into chip-level photonic structures, helping evaluate design feasibility before moving to fabrication and empirical testing workflows.
Quantum ecosystem relevance:
Photonic integrated circuits act as enabling infrastructure for scalable quantum technologies by supporting precise light routing, signal delivery, and control functions within optical hardware architectures. By designing and optimizing micro-scale optical components, specialists in this domain contribute directly to the physical layer of quantum processing platforms. This technical work helps advance the miniaturization and integration of critical optical sub-systems necessary for building robust research and commercial quantum systems.
Capability signals:
- Experience in photonic integrated circuit design and simulation using specialized modeling software
- Understanding of optical component layout, design-for-manufacturing principles, and fabrication workflows
- Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis and technical modeling applications
- Capability to collaborate effectively within cross-disciplinary engineering and scientific project teams
- Knowledge of fundamental optical principles, material properties, and experimental testing methods
