Internship Project
Physics

Quantum-Computer Algorithms

Institution
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Department of Physics
Subject Area
Theoretical Physics, Quantum Computing
Availability
03 May – 23 July
17 May – 06 August
31 May – 20 August
14 June – 03 September
 
Internship Modality:
On-site internship in Berlin
 
Project Supervisor(s)
Prof. Dr. Alejandro Saenz
Dr. Tom Weber
Academic Level
  • Advanced undergraduate students (from the second year)
  • Master’s students
  • Doctoral students
Language
English
Further Information
Project Type
Academic Research
Project Content
While quantum computers are often expected to outperform classical computers for specific applications, it remains a challenge to find efficient quantum algorithms that meet these expectations. Therefore, quantum algorithm design is an essential field for the progress and success of quantum computing.
Within this project, experience in this field should be gained with a special focus on the algorithm performance on early fault-tolerant quantum computing hardware.

Tasks for Interns
The student will be introduced to the underlying physics and the use of computer codes developed in our research group. They will learn to apply these codes within an ongoing research project. Depending on qualifications and interest, the student may also write a small new code or extend an existing code.

Academic Level
  • Advanced undergraduate students (from the second year)
  • Master’s students
  • Doctoral students
Requirements
The student should
  • be highly motivated,
  • be interested in theoretical physics,
  • possess a solid background in quantum physics, at least at the level usually achieved within a bachelor's curriculum in physics.

Some previous experience in computer coding is helpful, but not required.

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For more information on the Humboldt Internship Program or the project, please contact the program coordinator.