UG student quantum industry outlook

Hello all, I’m a third year physics student wondering about careers in quantum technology. For reference I am from Ireland, my current uni offers Msc in Quantum Science and Technology and I’m aware of plenty startups and established companies around Ireland in the quantum computing field. I love physics and I’m seriously motivated to stay in physics for my career.

Basically I’m wondering how to proceed? Is it a good idea to go all in on quantum computing / technologies? I am much more interested in hardware / science over computer science. What should I be trying to do during my bachelors to firstly prepare myself for the work and secondly to maximise employability? Is a phd a better route than the masters? Is maybe trying to go straight into industry (if I can make myself attractive enough to employers) viable? Should I stay in Ireland or are there better prospects further afield?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated thank you

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u/Quick_Ship7134 — 7 days ago

What do you wish you had done during your UG career wise?

Finding a job straight out of college is already dicey enough and is only getting more and more competitive. What would you recommend a current UG student do in terms of side projects / networking / interning to get ahead of the pack these days?

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u/Quick_Ship7134 — 7 days ago

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