Quandela is hiring a Partnership Development Specialist Intern for a 6-month internship (final-year or gap year P2), starting July/September 2026.

Quandela stands as a global leader in quantum computing, driven by groundbreaking technology and a strategic vision for scaling quantum solutions. The company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its commitment to build energy efficient datacenters and scalability, positions it to play a key role in the next wave of innovation, and in many strategic and sovereign industrial sectors.

Join Us at the Forefront of Quantum Computing Innovation 🚀

Description of the Project

As a Partnership Development Intern, you will work closely with the Partner Recruitment Manager to support the growth and expansion of Quandela’s global partner ecosystem. This internship offers hands-on experience in partner recruitment, onboarding, and strategic relationship management, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the quantum computing industry and ecosystem development.

You will play a critical support role in identifying, engaging, and enabling strategic partners, contributing to the success of the Quandela Partner Network.

Your Key Responsibilities

Partner Recruitment & Onboarding Support:

• Research potential partners, including technology providers, system integrators, quantum application software providers, HPCs, data centers, and educational organizations.
• Assist in preparing partner recruitment materials and presentations tailored to different industries and regions.
• Support the onboarding process by coordinating communication, scheduling meetings, and ensuring partners receive necessary resources.

Ecosystem Enablement:

• Collaborate with the Quantum Applications Architects team to support partner training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Assist in organizing webinars, workshops, and industry events to promote the QPN and engage with prospective partners.
• Help partners navigate Quandela’s resources to kickstart their first projects successfully.

Market and Performance Analysis:

• Monitor partner recruitment KPIs and contribute to regular reporting on the progress and outcomes of recruitment efforts.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for expanding the partner ecosystem.

Administrative and Strategic Support:

• Maintain accurate records of partner engagement and activities.
• Provide support in drafting proposals, contracts, and other partnership-related documents.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for strategic initiatives to enhance the QPN.

Requirements

You're looking for an end-of-study or gap-year internship of 6 months in a business or engineering school, and you're available from July/September

• Interest in Technology: Enthusiasm for quantum computing, deep tech, or emerging technologies.
• Research Skills: Strong analytical and research abilities to identify and assess potential partners.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Organization: Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from a dynamic team environment.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM tools (preferred).

Benefits

• Swile Card (meal vouchers) 🍴🛒

• 50% participation in transportation costs 🚆

• Possibility of remote work (1 day / week) 💻

• Internship Allowance between €1,200 and €1,400 per month 💰

• 1,5 days off per month, cumulative 🧳

What we also offer

A challenging and innovative work environment at the heart of quantum computing.

A diverse and collaborative company culture.

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

At Quandela, we believe that the strength of our team is the plurality of experiences, perspectives, and journeys. We are committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. All applications are welcome.