Quantum Foundry

Winter 2027 Application Form for PhD Student Trainees

Application deadline: Monday, November 16 at 11:59pm.
A crucial goal of the Quantum Foundry is the education of transdisciplinary scientists and engineers with expertise in quantum technologies. The Foundry Graduate Traineeship Program is designed around the broader goal of growing the workforce for the next generation of quantum scientists and engineers. As part of the Foundry Graduate Traineeship Program, trainees will participate in core and elective courses, attend seminars and annual workshops, intern with industrial partners, and participate in outreach activities to the broader community and K-12.

The Foundry welcomes applicants to the Graduate Traineeship Program. Applicants must be admitted to a UCSB STEM PhD program, have at least two Foundry co-advisors identified, and propose a research project that is aligned with the Foundry's research goals.

Successful applicants will be supported by stipends of $37,000 per year (plus in-state tuition, fees and health insurance) for one year. While the traineeships are for 1 year, it is expected that applicants will have at least 2 years before the end of their PhD program. All supported students will be expected to sign an expectation document.

Please be sure you fill out the application in full. Once you submit your application, you will be taken to a page where you can upload your additional documents (CV and 2-page statement of proposed research). If your application form is incomplete or any of your additional documents are missing, your application will not be considered.
Only PhD students are eligible for a Quantum Foundry Traineeship. Are you currently in a PhD program?
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