AI in Design & Manufacturing Intern

About The Team:
You will work with a cross-functional team within Autodesk Research, including members of the Simulation, Optimization and Systems, Industry Futures, and Engineering organizations. Together, the team explores the future of product assembly and design , bridging research, advanced engineering, and real-world, design to manufacturing workflows for Autodesk’s customers.

As a member of the team, you will have access to state-of-the-art workshops and manufacturing expertise within the Autodesk Toronto Technology Centre.

About The Role:
As an Intern at Autodesk, you will be immersed in driving and owning projects that directly impact our customers, internal teams, or core products. You will work alongside cross functional teams and mentors within Autodesk Research, gaining hands-on experience to further drive personal growth while contributing to early-stage research and prototype development.

 In this role you will investigate and prototype how AI can be leveraged to improve the design and manufacturability of mechanical assemblies.  You will explore the integration of AI/ML methods in CAD/CAM, computational geometry and system’s engineering workflows to improve design fidelity, support trade-off analysis and accelerate design-to-manufacturing decision making.

Responsibilities:

• Having a dedicated mentor who will help you navigate through Autodesk from Day 1 – all while showing you what it means to be an Autodesker! 
• Managing your project end-to-end, including research, project planning, implementation, and demonstration
• Partnering with various cross-functional teams to solve critical problems across the Autodesk organization
• Apply your knowledge of Manufacturing, Design, Systems Engineering and state-of-the-art AI tools to create proof-of-concepts, prototypes and demonstrations
• Managing incomplete, ambiguous, or evolving requirements during early concept development
• Integration of your output into broader team initiatives
• Serve as a manufacturing reference for the team and providing guidance with respect to the products being studied
• Document research findings, prototypes, and lessons learned for future reference

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree program in Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or an equivalent discipline with a graduation date no earlier than December 2026.
• Proven track record of managing projects and challenges
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and active experience using AI tools for software development or prototyping
• Experience with CAD/CAM, mechanical design and reverse engineering workflows
• Understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, and design-for-assembly principles
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, including assembly design and kinematic analysis
• Proficiency in Python and experience with software development for prototyping

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience from internships, extracurriculars, or other side projects 
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Passion for Autodesk and/or desire to learn more about the domain
• Doctoral degree program in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline
• Experience operating advanced manufacturing equipment (i.e. CNC mill, 3D-scanner, CMM, 3D printers)
• Experience designing assemblies and product development processes
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering or quantitative trade-off methods (Multi-Attribute Utility Theory, Pareto analysis)
• Experience using Modelica, MATLAB, or similar tools for simulation and analysis
• Well versed in using, implementing and integrating AI tools or frameworks

About the Canada Intern Program  

The 2026 Canada program runs for 16 weeks (Aug 31 – 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

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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