If you want to learn what’s “under the hood” of our instruments, join our highly skilled Research and Development (R&D) team for a full-time, 6-month internship starting Early Spring 2027. We offer positions for students in Quantum Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.
Potential Project #1: High-Density Signal Interconnects
Research and develop novel signal-line scaling methods for large-scale quantum computers. Model RF cables and advanced connectors, analyse signal integrity up to several GHz. Contribute to mechanical design, prototyping and lab characterisation.
Required Skills: RF/high-speed design, S-parameters, simulation tools, mechanical engineering and hands-on lab work.
Nice-to-Have Skills: 3D EM simulation (HFSS/CST/openEMS), 3D CAD/SolidWorks, PCB design, VNA measurements, Python.
Potential Project #2: High-Speed Optical Links
Characterise and optimise optical links for high-speed data transfer and synchronisation. Analyse phase noise, jitter and drift, build and test high-speed optical links, and compare commercial transceivers.
Required Skills: RF & analogue electronics, phase noise/jitter, lab measurements, Python.
Nice-to-Have Skills: Fibre optics/photonics, optical transceivers, FPGA or PCB design.
Skills Required
- Student or academic background in Quantum Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
- RF or high-speed design experience
- Transmission lines and S-parameters knowledge
- Simulation tools experience
- Hands-on laboratory work and measurements
- RF and analog electronics knowledge
- Phase noise and jitter knowledge
- 3D electromagnetic simulation using HFSS, CST, or openEMS
- 3D CAD or SolidWorks experience
- PCB design experience
- VNA measurement experience
- Python experience
- Fiber optics or photonics experience
- Optical transceiver experience, including QSFP+ or Firefly
- SerDes or JESD204 experience
- FPGA experience
What We Do
Zurich Instruments develops and manufactures advanced products for Quantum Computing and Periodic Signal Measurement. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, with subsidiaries and offices in Germany, Japan, USA, South Korea, France, and China, we are committed to providing high-quality instrumentation and direct support to our international customers, scientists, and technologists who are dedicated to measuring complex phenomena using our instruments. Our product range includes: - Quantum computing control systems - Lock-in amplifiers - Arbitrary waveform generators - Impedance analyzers - Phase-locked loops - Digitizers - Boxcar averagers Our team comprises individuals who are passionate about technology and work together with a collaborative and innovative approach. As part of the Rohde & Schwarz family, we are a high-end instrumentation company with steady growth and we're always looking for talented individuals who thrive on challenges and want to shape the future of technology alongside us!
