2026 Internship Project: Quantum Hardware Characterization (Software)

Rigetti Computing•Fremont, CA 94536, US• Internship

Posted 2 weeks ago• Software• Manufacturing

Compensation

$35.00–$50.00/hour

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated undergraduate intern to support software development for the characterization of advanced microwave amplifiers used in next-generation quantum systems.

The intern will migrate and standardize measurement scripts into the company’s software stack, working closely with hardware and software engineers.

This role provides hands-on exposure to microwave measurement systems, applied physics concepts in quantum sensing, hardware–software integration, and production-level engineering workflows. The completed migration will directly support scalable quantum architectures by enabling more robust and maintainable measurement infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Migrate and refactor legacy characterization scripts into the company’s software stack

Support measurement workflows for microwave amplifier testing

Key Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Coursework or exposure in microwave engineering, RF systems, electronics, or applied physics

Strong proficiency in Python

Experience with scientific computing and data processing

Familiarity with Git and version control workflows

Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and manage project milestones

Nice to Have

Experience supporting RF and microwave test instrumentation (e.g., vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)

Conceptual familiarity with high-frequency amplifiers or quantum hardware

Experience with modular or structured software architectures

As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.

About Rigetti

Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company’s proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry’s first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 and today employs more than 150 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.

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