Quandela Summer 2026 Strategy & Chief of Staff Internship (Massy, France)

Quandela has officially opened applications for its Summer 2026 Strategy & Chief of Staff Internship (H2 2026) in Massy, Île-de-France. The six-month, full-time hybrid internship will begin in September or October 2026 and is open to Master’s students in their final year or on a gap year. The role offers direct exposure to executive leadership, strategic planning, and commercial growth inside one of Europe’s leading quantum computing companies.

This opportunity is designed for students who want to work closely with senior leadership and gain insight into how strategy is shaped in a fast-growing deep-tech company.

About the Role

Location: Massy, Île-de-France, France (Hybrid – 1 day remote per week)
Duration: 6 months (H2 2026)
Compensation: €1,200 – €1,400 per month
Internship Agreement Required

The role combines:

• 70% Chief of Staff support

• 30% Commercial Director support

Interns will work directly with executive leadership, including support for the CEO, Chief Growth Officer, Executive Committee (COMEX), and Board-level discussions.

What You Will Work On

Strategic Support to Leadership

• Prepare executive briefs and decision documents

• Track priority projects across teams

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives

• Support executive-level meetings and events

Market and Competitive Intelligence

• Monitor competitor positioning and announcements

• Analyze market trends in Cloud, HPC, research, and enterprise sectors

• Benchmark commercial models

• Support early-stage M&A screening and analysis

Business Strategy and Growth

• Support go-to-market strategy development

• Help prioritize markets and geographies

• Analyze strategic partnerships

• Work with sales and commercial leadership on growth initiatives

Organization and Internal Information

• Develop internal knowledge bases

• Contribute to reflections on operating models and structure

Who Should Apply

Quandela is looking for candidates who:

• Are pursuing a Master’s degree from a top engineering or business school

• Have a strong interest in deep-tech and innovation

• Are fluent in French and English

• Have strong analytical and communication skills

• Can manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment

Curiosity, independence, and the ability to learn quickly are essential.

Benefits

• Monthly allowance between €1,200 and €1,400

• Swile meal vouchers

• 50% transportation cost coverage

• 1 day remote work per week

• 1.5 days off per month (cumulative)

Why This Internship Stands Out

Quandela is recognized as a global leader in quantum computing, offering both hardware and software solutions. The company focuses on energy-efficient data centers and scalable quantum systems, placing it at the center of next-generation technology and strategic industrial development.

Unlike traditional internships, this role places students close to executive decision-making. Interns gain exposure to strategic planning, commercial growth, competitive positioning, and high-level leadership processes.

For students interested in consulting, corporate strategy, venture growth, or deep-tech leadership, this internship provides real responsibility and visibility inside a cutting-edge company.

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