Quantum Education Summer Intern

The Coding School is a non-profit organization dedicated to shaping the future workforce by making emerging tech education accessible to all, especially those underrepresented in the field. Qubit by Qubit (QxQ), one of The Coding School (TCS) flagship initiatives focused on training the future diverse quantum workforce, is seeking a Quantum Education Summer Intern to develop and instruct quantum-related curriculum. The Quantum Intern will work closely with QxQ instructors and curriculum developers to develop new and creative ways to teach/engage students, including updating existing slides, introducing new assignments/projects, acting as a Teaching Assistant for summer camps, and aiding in general curriculum development. 

Candidates for this internship should be passionate about quantum computing and have expertise in either quantum computing, computer science, electrical engineering, physics, or a related field. 

The Coding School functions like an early-stage start-up, with each team member wearing multiple hats and working in areas that they may not have prior experience in. No two days look the same, and team members often have to juggle several projects or priorities at the same time. Thus, we are looking for individuals who enjoy fast-paced, dynamic work environments where problem solving, creative thinking, and taking initiative are a must. The position may involve evening and weekend work.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Updating and developing curriculum content for a variety of Quantum education programs, including preparation/modification of slides, assignments and exercises;
• Brainstorming new and different ways to creatively teach students QIS concepts;
• Serving as an instructor or teaching assistant for camps and workshops, which may involve traveling for in-person programming, such as summer camps.

Required skills / experience:

• Currently pursuing Bachelors, Masters or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience with a focus on quantum information sciences (QIS).
• Experience with or interest and acumen for curriculum development, including slide creation/modification, development of engaging exercises, etc.
• Minimum of 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience (does not need to be quantum-related) preferred
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the STEM fields
• Comfort with introductory quantum mechanics and quantum computing
• Proficiency in Python, as well as quantum libraries such as cirq or qiskit
• Experience in Quantum Computing including university courses, research, or industry experience
• Must be comfortable teaching in English
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and perform in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts and facilitate across multiple learning mediums, including in-person and virtual learning environments.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.

Compensation:

$5,000 stipend, paid bi-weekly during internship

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application via Handshake. We thank all those who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

More About The Coding School:

TCS is a global leader in emerging tech education, ensuring that individuals are prepared with the technical skills needed for the future of work. We work with leading industry partners, such as IBM and Google, and academic institutions, including academics from Caltech, MIT, and Harvard, to develop new models of CS education to truly transform students’ lives. At the core of our mission is the belief that every student - irrespective of the industry they plan to pursue or are currently pursuing - should have foundational knowledge in emerging technologies. Furthermore, we believe we should be forward thinking in our training, insofar as we should be training students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the future of work. Our programs have taught over 50,000 students across 125 countries in 16 specialized subjects, including Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Data Science, Computational Genomics and more. In particular, we are committed to ensuring the future STEM workforce is diverse, equitable, and inclusive with 55% of our students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds in STEM. Programs range from small sized programs, such as virtual 1:1 lessons to K-12 classroom workshops, to large-scale programming, like courses for 1,000+ participants.