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Microsoft · 8 hours ago

Research Intern - Quantum Algorithms

positionRedmond, WA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$5,610/mo - $11,010/mo
date1+ years exp

Microsoft is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Research Intern in Quantum Algorithms. The role involves conducting research on application-tuned noise models for fault-tolerant quantum computers and collaborating with other researchers to develop and evaluate models and tools for quantum applications.

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Responsibilities

Conduct research on application-tuned noise models for early fault-tolerant quantum computers, enabling assessments of application readiness and supporting the co-development of applications alongside advancements in quantum error correction
Study how different algorithmic structures interact with realistic logical-level noise processes, developing models that capture the performance characteristics of early fault-tolerant hardware
Design and evaluate noise tailoring strategies that reflect the specific resource profiles, circuit motifs, and error-correction behaviors of target applications, helping to identify where algorithmic performance is most sensitive to residual logical errors
Prototype tools for estimating resource requirements, benchmarking application robustness under varying noise parameters, and guiding the iterative refinement of both applications and error-correction schemes

Qualification

Programming experienceQuantum algorithmsResearch skillsCollaborationOriginal research agendas

Required

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field OR equivalent experience
1+ year(s) programming experience in related programming languages

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas
Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.
dateFounded in 1975
location
Redmond, Washington, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.microsoft.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
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1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

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Satya Nadella
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