Optics Engineering Intern (Quantum Computing)

Location: On-site in Broomfield, Colorado, United States. Candidates must be U.S. Persons, such as U.S. citizens, permanent residents, green card holders, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status. Due to U.S. Government national security requirements, candidates must not be nationals of China or Russia unless also a U.S. citizen.

Salary: $19–$26 per hour. Candidates located outside Colorado may receive a $500 housing stipend per bi-weekly pay check.

Company

hirify.global develops full-stack quantum computing technology and quantum-enabled solutions for complex industry challenges.

What you will do

• Design, build, and test passive and active opto-mechanical systems and components for quantum computers.
• Mature opto-mechanical prototypes and support design-for-producibility goals.
• Analyze performance, prepare qualification and inspection reports, and conduct design trade studies.
• Collaborate with optical design, opto-mechanical design, and integrated photonics teams.
• Monitor and automate optical and opto-mechanical systems.
• Set up, characterize, and optimize laser systems.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and graduating in December 2027 or later.
• U.S. Person status is required.
• Applicants must not be nationals of China or Russia unless they are also U.S. citizens.
• Knowledge of imaging and laser optics, including micro-optics, is valuable.
• Experience with scientific programming or optical simulation tools such as Matlab, Python, or COMSOL is valuable.
• Commitment to return to the degree program after completing the internship or co-op.

Nice to have

• Graduate studies in engineering, optics, or physics.
• Experience with optical design tools such as Code V, Zemax, LightTools, or FRED.
• Experience with mechanical design tools such as SolidWorks or Onshape.
• Cross-group and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Employee discounts.
• Professional growth and well-being support through a comprehensive rewards package.
• Opportunity to work on quantum computing technology and applications.

Hiring process

• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no stated deadline.
• Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must complete a pre-employment drug test.
• Reasonable recruitment-process adjustments are available upon request.