Early Quantum Career Immersion Program

Training the next generation of quantum leaders

Virtual Training & Virtual, Hybrid, or In-Person Internship
Grades: Early Undergraduates

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Program Overview

This first-of-its-kind program brings together diverse undergraduate students interested in quantum cybersecurity. It provides foundational quantum cybersecurity skills through intensive training and practical experience while also building essential internship skills such as professionalism, communication, and research. Students will then be matched with host organizations to contribute to real-world quantum cybersecurity projects.

Dates

Training: May 27 - June 20
Internship: June 23 - August 8

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Time

40 hrs/week Internship

Program Components:

Virtual Lecture & Lab for four weeks of training and skills-building

Hybrid, virtual, or in-person mentored research or internship experience at a partner company

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After participating in this program:

100%

of our students were from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM.

86%

of students had NO prior quantum computing knowledge.

100%

of students believed they belong in quantum after this program.

98%

of students were interested in pursuing quantum careers after this program.

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Logistics

Dates

Summer 2025 dates to be announced

Training will be 8 hours/day (inclusive of lecture, lab, small group sessions, and other programming)

Internship is 40 hours/week.

Prerequisites

Completion of an introductory computer science course or have basic fluency in Python programming (variables, functions, loops).

Cost

This program is free to all who are accepted, and students will be paid if placed in internships.

Eligibility

You are eligible to apply if you:

  • Are currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate institution.
  • Are authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Reside in New York state
  • AND - Have completed an introductory computer science course or have basic fluency in Python programming (variables, functions, loops).

Students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM (e.g., Black, Latinx/a/o, Native American, first-generation, or a woman or other marginalized gender) are encouraged to apply.

Details

This program consists of four weeks of intensive training in the foundations of quantum computing followed by seven weeks of a quantum internship or research experience with one of our host organizations.

The training component of the program will be virtual.

The internship may be virtual, hybrid, or in-person depending on the host organization's preference.

Students will need to reside in New York state for the duration of the program regardless of in-person, hybrid, or virtual internship placement.

Application Deadline

Application Closes on February 28, 2025

Tech Requirements

Summer programs are instructed live in English virtually during the EST time zone over the dates listed. Students will require access to reliable broadband on a device that is audio and video capable, ideally from a quiet and distraction-free environment. Devices may include computers, laptops, notebooks, and Chromebooks. Students will need to access Zoom and Google Co-lab from their devices to participate fully in the course.

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Program Benefits

  • Learn the foundations of quantum cybersecurity
  • Develop relationships with mentors from top companies
  • Engage in real-world applications to your field of study
  • Build tangible computer science skills
  • Enhance your professional development skills
  • Increase future internship competitiveness