Quantum Business Development Intern, Alice & Bob
6 Month Internship
Fault-tolerant quantum computing developer
Open for applications
Fault-tolerant quantum computing developer
101-200 employees
Open for applications
101-200 employees
Company mission
To create a future where humans play by the same rules as nature.
Role
Who you are
- This internship is ideal for someone eager to understand how go-to-market and partnership strategies are built within a fast-scaling deep-tech environment
- You are naturally curious about technology, motivated to learn quickly, and ready to take ownership while contributing to high-impact projects
- Autonomous, proactive, and able to navigate uncertainty with good judgment
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to learn quickly and synthesize complex information
- Curious, motivated, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong understanding of business development fundamentals,
- Ability to structure business cases and evaluate partnership or commercial opportunities
- Proficiency with productivity tools (Excel, PowerPoint; CRM familiarity is a plus)
- Knowledge of the quantum computing ecosystem is a great plus
- Language: Professional-level English proficiency (written and spoken) required for technical communication
- Education: Currently enrolled in a Master’s program at a Business School or in a scientific discipline (physics, computer science, mathematics, or related fields)
- Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec
What the job involves
- Duration: 6-month internship starting in Q1 2026
- We are looking for a driven and proactive Business Development Intern to join our US team
- In this role, you will work closely with the business development lead and cross-functional stakeholders, supporting both operational and strategic initiatives across the organization
- Support business development activities, including prospecting, market research, and opportunity tracking
- Assist with day-to-day operations to ensure smooth internal processes and coordination
- Contribute to the preparation of marketing and sales materials for customer presentations, events, and partner engagements
- Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs to inform strategic initiatives
- Participate in internal meetings, prepare summaries, and ensure follow-up on action items
Our take
Creating top-tier quantum hardware, including qubits and control electronics, presents a significant hurdle for those pursuing high-power quantum computing. Various qubit technologies exist, each boasting unique advantages and drawbacks, with the most recent research in the sector involving the pursuit of a scalable, fault-tolerant qubit technology.
Joining this pursuit is Alice & Bob, a company specialising in "cat qubits". This technology, named for Schrodinger’s infamous cat, is able to reduce hardware requirements, promising fault-tolerant quantum computing at scale. With over 150 employees and pioneering experimental results, Alice & Bob has notable achievements, including the development of its 16-bit Helium 1 quantum processing unit.
Recognised for its groundbreaking work, Alice & Bob recently received a hefty innovation grant that will support its work moving forwards. Through projects like "Cat Factory," in collaboration with academic partners, the company aims to optimise quantum computation infrastructure, making it more cost-effective and market-ready and ultimately building "the first universal quantum computer”.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jan 2025
$117.8m
SERIES B
Jul 2023
$4.5m
CONVERTIBLE
Total funding: $158.5m
Company HQ
Javel, Paris, France
Leadership
Théau Peronnin
(Co-Founder & CEO)Interned at Quantum Electronics Group as part of a Masters in Quantum Physics. Then did PhD study at Quantum Circuit Group before founding the company.
Raphaël Lescanne
(Co-Founder & CTO)Co-founded Alice & Bob in 2020 alongside Théau.
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