WHAT YOU'LL DO

Internships at Cisco Quantum Research provide an excellent opportunity to work on cutting edge research in different areas of quantum information and to connect with a network of world-class research groups. As part of the team, you contribute to research projects on quantum computing and network, develop working prototypes of systems, and publish papers in conferences and journals.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

Cisco Quantum Research, part of Emerging Technologies and Incubation (ET&I) Group, is passionate about identifying breakthrough emerging solutions that build new markets and businesses for Cisco. ET&I incubates these new opportunities in partnership with our business groups, partners and other startups. The team also continues progress through Cisco's meaningful work with standards bodies and manages research partnerships with leading-edge universities.

WHO YOU ARE

Our Requirements are:

• PhD student in physics, computer science or a relevant discipline
• Research experience in quantum communication/cryptography, quantum computing, or quantum photonics.
• A strong research track record demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
• Proficient in one or many of the following languages (Python, C++, Java)

U.S. VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

Cisco requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated or have an approved religious or medical accommodation. Candidates accepting an offer must provide proof of vaccination status on their first day. If someone anticipates requesting an accommodation for this requirement, they must receive approval before the start date. Candidates receiving an offer will receive additional information about the accommodation process at the time of the offer. All offers of employment are contingent upon complying with Cisco's vaccination policy.

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