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    Internship | Master Thesis Intern at Applied Crypto and Quantum Algorithms - Groningen, Nederland - TNO

    TNO
    TNO Groningen, Nederland

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    About this position

    Contribute to data security and privacy or help make organizations quantum-ready. Envision it. Become a master thesis intern at TNO Applied Crypto and Quantum Algorithms in The Hague, Groningen or Eindhoven. As companies and governments become increasingly data-driven, people are right to worry about the security and use of their personal data. And with the advent of the quantum computer, we need to stay ahead by designing cryptosystems that will withstand potential quantum computer attacks. As a master thesis intern at TNO's Applied Crypto and Quantum Algorithms department, you will conduct your thesis research at the forefront of cryptography and quantum algorithms.

    What will be your role?

    Joining one of our teams of highly driven experts and scientists, you will be contributing to any of our projects geared to make organizations secure in the modern data-driven age. What about enabling multiple banks to analyse their distributed transaction data for money laundering detection, while keeping their data private? Or would you rather explore how we can link various quantum devices to take on challenges that are too great for a single quantum device to tackle?

    As we offer a broad spectrum of internship assignments, you'll find a wealth of research opportunities. Based on your interests and talents we will work with you to find a match with our projects and customers

    What we expect from you

    You thrive on conducting research that will make a mark on information security. As you'll be spending between six and nine months researching for your Master's thesis, you are highly motivated to contribute to the fast-moving field of cryptography and information security in a multi-disciplinary environment. And you enjoy learning from the best and working with colleagues from different backgrounds.
    Other knowledge and skills you bring to TNO:

  • A University Bachelor's Degree. And you're in the final phase of your Master's Degree training in mathematics, physics or computer science. Programming skills would be a plus.
  • Experience of, or a keen interest in cryptography or quantum algorithms, helping you master the topic within the first few months of your internship.
  • An excellent command of English at academic level.
  • What you'll get in return

    The opportunity to contribute to a challenging project with real impact. An internship at TNO is a great preparation for your career, whether you'd rather go into academia, or industry and commerce. And what about applied research, where you'll work at the interface of both? That's what you'll get to experience at TNO: the best of both worlds. At TNO, we value you and your knowledge. You are essential to our innovations and we'll invest in your personal and career development. Which starts with working with the best experts in your field

    You may also expect:

  • A gross monthly salary of € ,- based on a 40-hour week.
  • 1 day leave per month.
  • A hybrid-working arrangement that works for you. We will provide you with a laptop so you can work from home for up to 60% of your working time.
  • Networking opportunities and fun activities organized by our junior staff organization Young TNO.
  • Regular coaching from your advisor.
  • An employer that recognizes and stimulates diverse talents, through initiatives such as our Female Leadership programme, our Rainbow Community and round-table discussions on topics related to inclusion.
  • if you like your experience, the prospect of a job as a junior scientist at TNO. Did you know that 28% of our vacancies are filled by our former interns?
  • What you'll get in return

    You want to work on the precursor of your career; a work placement gives you an opportunity to take a good look at your prospective future employer. TNO goes a step further. It's not just looking that interests us; you and your knowledge are essential to our innovation. That's why we attach a great deal of value to your personal and professional development. You will, of course, be properly supervised during your work placement and be given the scope for you to get the best out of yourself. Naturally, we provide suitable work placement compensation.