Quantum Computing Internship for Physics Undergraduates Program (QCIPU) - Summer 2027
About this role
The Quantum Computing Internship for Physics Undergraduates Program (QCIPU) is a Summer 2027 training platform supporting the next generation of scientific research and engineering professionals, hosted at Fermilab. The program runs June 7 to June 25, 2027, with applications open November 3, 2026 to January 16, 2027. Interns build practical quantum computing skills, including Python and Qiskit work on a personal code base, and the program can lead to a paid year-long internship researching quantum computing at Fermilab. It is an excellent fit for a physics, maths, computer science, or engineering undergraduate who wants hands-on quantum experience.
This listing sits in our Internships section and was posted on November 05, 2026. The role is based on site in Batavia, IL (Fermilab), so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $41,600 – $41,600/yr, as published by the employer. On this page you will find the responsibilities, the requirements the employer is screening for, the benefits on offer, and a step-by-step route to submit your application.
Job snapshot
| Employer | Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) |
|---|---|
| Job title | Quantum Computing Internship for Physics Undergraduates Program (QCIPU) - Summer 2027 |
| Location | Batavia, IL (Fermilab) |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | $41,600 – $41,600/yr |
| Posted | November 05, 2026 |
| Listing source | Fermilab via university career board |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) would centre on the following duties:
- Develop quantum computing skills through guided training and project work
- Build and extend a personal code base using Python and Qiskit
- Take part in the June 7-25, 2027 program activities and learning sessions
- Apply basic quantum concepts to practical computing problems
- Present or document your project work as required by the program
What you will need
- Enrollment in a US college or university in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or Engineering
- Completed year of introductory-level Physics coursework
- Basic proficiency with Python and Qiskit through a personal code base
- Eligibility to work in the United States
This opportunity suits a current student or recent graduate who wants supervised, hands-on experience and a reference point for their first full application.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $41,600 – $41,600/yr, as published by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab). Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- $20 per hour (about $41,600 annualised at full-time hours; the program itself runs June 7-25, 2027)
- Training platform for future research and engineering professionals
- Opportunity for a paid year-long Fermilab quantum computing internship
- Application window November 3, 2026 to January 16, 2027
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the source listing (Fermilab via university career board), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
- Complete every field of the application on the source listing and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply months ahead for summer programs — many close in the preceding autumn.
- Tailor your résumé to the posting and include relevant coursework and projects.
- Ask about conversion to a full-time role — good programs hire from their intern pool.
- Prepare two or three questions about the team to ask at interview.
Frequently asked questions
When does the program run?
The program dates are June 7 to June 25, 2027.
What is the pay?
The listed rate is $20 per hour.
How do I apply for the Quantum Computing Internship for Physics Undergraduates Program (QCIPU) - Summer 2027 position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the source listing on Fermilab via university career board. US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Batavia, IL (Fermilab) and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
Need help applying? Read our guide: Entry-Level Job Search Guide: Landing Your First Job — written for internships applicants in the USA.
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