About the role#
IBM Quantum is looking for students to help develop the first large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer. You will work with a prototype distributed runtime environment built to execute programs for next-generation quantum systems.
What you'll do#
- Evaluate and integrate High-Performance Computing (HPC) tools into the distributed runtime environment.
- Create software and automation tools for data collection and analysis.
- Debug program execution within a prototype distributed control system test environment.
- Collaborate with teams focused on compilers, system modeling, and FPGA development.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Rust, C/C++, Git, Linux, and command-line environments.
- Experience with container environments like Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with HPC tools such as Slurm, OpenMPI, OpenMP, or dsh.
- Experience with observability systems including Prometheus, MQTT, and Grafana.
- A foundational understanding of quantum computing concepts.
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- Work is on-site in Yorktown Heights, New York or Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- The internship term is rolling.
About IBM
IBM provides IT services and consulting to a global client base. The company develops technology solutions across areas such as cloud computing, security, analytics, and infrastructure. It operates as a public organization with more than 10,001 employees. The corporate headquarters are located in Armonk, New York.
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