Strategy & Chief Of Staff Intern H2 - 2026 H/F - 92

Quandela is a European start up that provides photonic quantum computers that are modular, scalable, energy-efficient and accessible both on the cloud and on premise.

Our team of 85 employees, specialises in the development of both software and hardware solutions for a variety of quantum applications. We offer a wide range of services, from developing the most efficient and brightest single photons sources, to creating algorithms for quantum computers and providing cloud quantum computing solutions.

Quandela plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner in the quantum transformation of industrial sectors such as energy, finance, pharmaceuticals, and transportation. Furthermore, we are esteemed collaborators within the academic and research community.

- Following a successful €50 million fundraising in 2023, we are now scaling up our commercial ventures alongside our ongoing research endeavors.
- Quandela has been chosen to participate in the French Tech 2030 program, which aims to bolster French companies pioneering groundbreaking innovations.Quandela is hiring a Strategy & Chief of Staff Support Intern for a 6-month internship final-year or gap year P2), starting September / October 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

Provide strategic oversight, analysis, and structuring, and support the Chief of Staff in informing decisions for the Executive Committee (COMEX) and company leadership.

This role involves 70% Chief of Staff and 30% Commercial Director responsibilities

Your Key Responsibilities

Strategic Support to Leadership

Direct support to the Chief of Staff and Commercial leadership in strategic decision-making:

- Preparation of executive briefs and decision documents (CEO/CGO, COMEX, Board)
- 360° tracking of priority projects (progress, resources, dependencies)
- Cross-functional coordination on strategic topics
- Support in preparing executive-level events

Market, Competitive & Strategic Intelligence

- Competitive intelligence (positioning, communication, offerings, announcements)
- Market trend analysis (Cloud, HPC, Research, Enterprise)
- Commercial model benchmarking
- Production of concise, actionable strategic notes
- Preliminary support in M&A reflections (target screening and benchmarking)

Business Strategy & Growth

- Go-to-market strategy support
- Market and geography prioritization
- Strategic partnership analysis
- Market insights to inform commercial strategy
- Occasional collaboration with Sales, Commercial Director, and HR

Organization & Internal Information

- Development of internal knowledge bases
- Reflection on organizational design and operating methods