A Quantum Manhattan Project in Chicago: Media Reports on ‘$20 Billion’ Quantum Computing Campus – The Quantum Insider

The proposed sites, the former U.S. Steel plant on the South Side and the former Texaco refinery in Lockport, are both under final review, with a decision expected soon. The initiative would initially create about 1,000 construction jobs and up to 500 direct jobs, including positions for hardware and software engineers. The project is designed to be accessible, with many positions requiring only associate’s degrees and specialized training.