Research Intern, Physics-Informed Machine Learning

Job description

Position Overview

The Simulation, Optimization and Systems (SOS) Group at Autodesk Research is looking for a passionate and skilled research intern for Fall 2026 at our Toronto office. The ideal intern will conduct research and develop prototype code to combine machine learning with computational tools for analyzing air flow and heat transfer in building environments.

Responsibilities

• Research on energy analysis tools for natural ventilation and their parameterization using CFD simulations.

• Conduct original research in developing or applying novel techniques in physics-informed machine learning.

• Implement prototypes to test and demonstrate the ideas and methods

• Work with both open-source libraries and in-house libraries to develop the prototypes

• Write documentation of the work, either as academic publication or internal white paper

• Contribute to the technical expertise of the SOS Group by conducting learning sessions

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other related disciplines with a graduation date no earlier than January 2027.

• Experience with data-driven methods in simulation

• Experience with development of physics simulation tools and numerical solvers 

• Experience with AI model training and ecosystems (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Flax etc) 

• Experience and excellent knowledge of Python

• Experience in publishing at top-tier conferences and journals

About the Canada Intern Program  

The 2026 Canada program runs for 16 weeks (Sept 1 – Dec 18). All internships are paid. As an intern, you will contribute to meaningful projects, be mentored by industry leaders, and participate in tech talks and other activities designed to support your personal and professional development. Our internships align with Autodesk’s Flexible Workplace approach, which is designed to meet the needs of our business while providing flexibility in support of office, remote and hybrid work preferences.

About Autodesk

With Autodesk software, you have the power to Make Anything. The future of making is here, bringing with it radical changes in the way things are designed, made, and used. This is disrupting every industry: architecture, engineering, and construction; manufacturing; and media and entertainment. With the right knowledge and tools, this disruption is your opportunity. Our software is used by everyone — from design professionals, engineers and architects to digital scientists, students and hobbyists. We constantly explore new ways to integrate all dimensions of diversity across our employees, customers, partners, and communities. Our ultimate goal is to expand opportunities for anyone to imagine, design, and make a better world. http://www.autodesk.com/ 

About Autodesk Research

Autodesk Research is a team of expert scientists exploring and creating technologies to help improve design and its role in society through high-level customer projects, collaboration with leading research universities worldwide, and publication at world-renowned scientific venues. http://www.autodeskresearch.com/

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience, educational level, and geographic location.

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