Export Control Intern M/F

Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems.

The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit ‍⬛ . In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!

We're a diverse team of 250+ brilliant minds from over 35 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!

Purpose of the role

Reporting to the Export Control Specialist, the Export Control Intern will support the classification of Alice & Bob's items

This internship will start in January 2027 for 6 months !

Responsibilities:

1. Support the self-classification of items

- Assist in classifying hardware, software and technologies in accordance with the company's internal classification process

- Document the classification rationale for each item

2. Analyze supplier ECCDs

- Check that suppliers have correctly completed their ECCDs with regard to the applicable export control regulations

- Identify missing, inconsistent or incorrect information

3. Extract data from validated ECCDs

- Update the items database and the suppliers list accordingly

- Ensure the accuracy and consistency of the data recorded

4. Communicate with suppliers on ECCD issues

- Draft clear, explanatory emails to suppliers detailing errors identified in their ECCDs and the applicable regulatory requirements

- Follow up on supplier responses and corrections

5. Monitor ECCD follow-up

- Track the status of each ECCD in the follow-up tool

- Initiate the necessary actions based on each status (reminders, corrections, escalation)

Requirements:

• EDUCATION: law student or recent graduate, preferably specialized in customs law, or alternatively in international law ( with experience in Export Control preferred) or international commercial law
• LANGUAGES : Proficient in English
• EXPERIENCE : A first experience in export control, ideally including item classification, is highly appreciated

• Rigor and attention to detail, with a strong sense of data accuracy and consistency

• Clear, pedagogical writing style, including drafting explanatory emails to external partners

• Knowledge of customs law and international trade regulations

• Working understanding of EU & US export control logic

• Ability to read and analyze technical and regulatory documents

• Organization and follow-up skills to track multiple files in parallel

• Proficiency with spreadsheets and databases

• Familiarity with US Export Administration Regulations (EAR) classification

Benefits:

- 1 day off per month

- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law)

- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen

Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.

You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!

We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.