Summer 2024 ? Quantum Technology Internship (Graduate)

Department: Institute of Applied Engineering / 0-2134-000

College/Division: College of Engineering

Salary Plan: Temporary

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $27.72/hour

Organization Summary: 

The University of South Florida (USF) Institute of Applied Engineering (IAE) provides agile, best-value engineering solutions to enhance the performance, effectiveness of its sponsors, including the Department of Defense, other federal, state, and local agencies, and industry. These engineering solutions include hardware-and-software-based research, advanced technology development, prototypes, and technical services.

USF IAE has begun a project based on findings and successful experiments from a previous project. The purpose of this follow-on project is regarding room-temperature quantum processor and quantum optical wireless communication systems. 

USF IAE is seeking a graduate student for a summer appointment (13 weeks). 

Note: Transcripts must be attached to application for application to be considered for position.

DUTIES:

Theoretical research or experimental implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related majors, at an accredited University with an accumulated GPA above 3.0.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidates shall be interested in quantum information engineering (computing, communication, sensing)?and satisfy at least one of the following conditions: 

• This position is only open to active USF students at this time. 
• Taking a graduate level course (or more) in quantum mechanics, quantum communications, quantum computing, quantum algorithms, quantum cryptography, or related in electrical engineering, physics, computer science, or mathematics, with grade A- or better. 
• Having one (or more) publication related to quantum technologies. 
• Knowledge and/or experimental skills in optics, quantum photonics, integrated photonics, or other room-temperature quantum technologies. 
• Hands-on with FPGA, embedded processors, digital logic design, and firm ware.  
• Further knowledge in computer aided design for logic synthesis, computer architecture, machine learning, or experimental physics, is a plus.

Special Requirements 

• This position is funded by a Department of Defense contract and requires US citizenship. 

Time Commitment: 

• This appointment is scheduled for Summer 2024 
• The time commitment is maximum of 29 hours per week for the summer semester.  
• In-person working on campus; however, online working is possible in exceptional situations.  

Opportunities: 

• Hands-on experience in ground-breaking quantum computing, communication, and information engineering.  

Information for Applicants: 

• The primary work locations for internships will be in the Tampa area. Online is possible for exceptional cases. 
• All applicants must include a copy of resume and unofficial transcripts with application submission to show GPA and student status qualifications required for consideration. 
• This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. 
• Applicants should have a high level of integrity, accuracy, dependability, enthusiasm, responsibility, and confidentiality. 
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, rapidly changing, technology driven environment. 

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36932

How To Apply 

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.  YOUR COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND TRANSCRIPTS, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

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About USF 

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

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