Internship _ September 2026 Intake

This internship is ideal for Bachelor's students (preferably in their 3rd year) and Master's students in: Mathematics Physics Computer Science Engineering (with a quantitative focus) Your Key Responsibilities Support the design, development, and implementation of algorithms and models Explore quantum and hybrid classical-quantum solution approaches Assist in prototyping, benchmarking, testing, and documentation of algorithms and software Present research findings, share insights, and actively contribute to technical team discussions What We're Looking For Bachelor's (3rd year preferred) or Master's student in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced research environment Excellent communication skills in English (German beneficial but not required) Solid programming proficiency in Python, C++, or similar languages utilized in scientific computing Interns will be placed within the following areas according to their background: Operations Research Basic knowledge in combinatorial optimization Familiarity with unsupervised learning or clustering methods Experience with optimization libraries Computational finance Strong mathematical foundation Experience in computational finance Familiarity with Machine Learning / Deep Learning Quantum Machine Learning Experience in quantum programming languages Familiarity with variational quantum algorithms Basic knowledge in Pytorch and TensorFlow What We Offer 6-month paid internship programme Hands-on experience on real, impactful projects Mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals Opportunity to build industry-relevant skills Flexible working environment (hybrid/remote options but must be able to attend our Munich office a few times a week to ensure high-touch mentorship and team integration) Potential pathway to a full-time role after graduation The application closing date is June 21, 2026. Applicants must have the right to work in Germany at the time of application. We do not provide visa sponsorship. The Rewards We are an international team of quantum technology experts and dedicated business creatives that are working to bring quantum-enabled solutions to the global market. Our brilliant team members enjoy a high degree of freedom working remotely or joining one of our office spaces. We have a vibrant, enthusiastic, passionate and creative culture driven by trust, excellence and continuous improvement. If you join the Terra Quantum team, you can expect: An opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the pioneering field of Quantum Technologies as well as an experienced and progressive Leadership team Gain knowledge of some of the most cutting-edge technology developments in science & engineering A chance to be part of one of Europe’s leading technology firms of the upcoming decades Welcoming, friendly, and professional colleagues A personal development plan with clear goals for advancement A competitive salary Flexible working arrangements A diverse and supportive atmosphere, where innovation and initiative are encouraged If you are enthusiastic about positively impacting the world and helping to drive the second quantum revolution, let’s talk! Company description Quantum technologies have the potential to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. There have been great advances in all areas of quantum technologies, and new fields of application are opened up every day. Hybrid computer systems that combine classic high-performance computing with quantum computers are already being used to develop solutions in sectors such as logistics, healthcare, finance, energy, automotive and aerospace. Quantum mechanical predictions are also used to obtain unprecedented precision in measurements, generate unbreakable codes, and form the basis of impenetrable communication networks. All these developments are happening right now, and they are happening at Terra Quantum. At Terra Quantum