Intern (f/m/d) for Quantum Sensing Demonstrator and Technical Documentation

TL;DR

Intern (f/m/d) for Quantum Sensing Demonstrator (Quantum Technologies): Support development, characterization, and documentation of cryogenic electronic subsystems and build SPAD array demonstrator with an accent on PCB schematic design, Arduino software interfacing, and quantum sensing verification. Focus on conducting literature research, benchmarking in quantum computing and semiconductor physics, and contributing to technical reports.

Location: Hamburg (hybrid setup possible, must be enrolled student eligible for mandatory internship)

Salary: €2,120 monthly

Company

World leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications in automotive, industrial & IoT markets.

What you will do

• Support development, characterization, and documentation of components for cryogenic electronic subsystems.
• Conduct literature research, benchmarking, and data collection in quantum computing, semiconductor physics, and circuit design.
• Contribute to technical documentation, test reports, and internal knowledge bases.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team of physicists and engineers across Hamburg and global sites.
• Build SPAD array demonstrator including PCB design, Arduino-based software interface, and functionality measurements.
• Take ownership of sub-tasks and work packages for reliable progress and timely delivery.

Requirements

• Enrolled student in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field, required to complete mandatory internship as part of degree program.
• Prior software development experience from coursework or projects.
• Team-oriented, proactive, independent worker with willingness to learn trapped-ion quantum computing and cryogenic electronics.
• Fluent in written and spoken German (technical documentation primarily in German).
• Open-minded, curious, and intrinsically motivated.

Nice to have

• Experience in quantum computing, semiconductor physics, or circuit design from coursework or projects.
• Experience in technical writing, e.g., from bachelor’s thesis.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and hybrid setup possibility.
• Access to on-site cafeteria.
• Networking via Employee Resource Groups like Young Community, Women in NXP.
• Online and offline learning opportunities for career development.
• Commitment to sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and equality.