Internship Project: Quantum Simulation

Responsibilities: Develop and implement a quantum many-body simulation targeting classically intractable problems. Co-design experiments optimized for noisy quantum hardware performance. Use numerical simulation tools to study crossover regimes where classical emulation becomes inefficient. Define performance benchmarks and identify limits imposed by quantum noise. Execute experiments on Rigetti quantum processing units. Benchmark experimental results against predefined targets. Collaborate with researchers and engineering teams to analyze and communicate findings. Contribute to high-impact research in an industrial research and development environment.

Qualifications: Advanced PhD candidate in physics, quantum information science, or a related field. Strong theoretical foundation in quantum many-body systems and quantum dynamics. Proven experience with classical numerical simulation methods such as tensor networks or related techniques. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to clearly communicate complex technical findings to cross-functional teams. Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Preferred: Broader experience in quantum computing and translating many-body problems into gate-based implementations. Hands-on experience designing and executing experiments on quantum hardware. Familiarity with quantum error mitigation or suppression techniques. Experience collaborating with theorists and experimentalists on research milestones. Publication record in many-body physics or related quantum fields.