Intern, Model Systems Engineering

About the Team

You will work with a cross‑functional team within Autodesk Research, including members of the Simulation, Optimization and Systems (SOS), Industry Futures, and Engineering organizations. Together, the team explores the future of product design for Autodesk’s Design & Manufacturing customers, bridging research, advanced engineering, and real‑world workflows. 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.

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’ll work alongside cross‑functional teams and mentors within Autodesk Research, gaining hands‑on experience to further drive personal growth. In this role you will investigate and prototype a model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) approach tailored for the conceptual design of small‑scale mechanical assemblies.

The intern will explore integration of MBSE practices with computational geometry, AI/ML methods, and CAD/CAM workflows to improve early design fidelity.

• 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.
• Combining your knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering and state‑of‑the‑art AI tools to create proof‑of‑concept prototypes and demonstrations.
• Managing incomplete, ambiguous, or evolving requirements during early concept development.
• Adapting MBSE processes traditionally used for large‑scale systems to smaller assemblies while maintaining design fidelity.
• Integrating your output into broader team initiatives.
• Acting as an MBSE reference for the team and providing guidance with respect to the products being studied.
• Documenting research findings, prototypes, and lessons learned for future reference.

• Master’s degree program in Systems Engineering or Model Based Systems Engineering (must be currently enrolled in a full‑time, degree‑seeking program).
• Proven track record with managing projects and challenges.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, including assembly design and kinematic analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with software development for prototyping.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and experience using AI tools for software development or prototyping.
• Experience with CAD/CAM and reverse engineering.
• Understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, and design‑for‑assembly principles.
• Systems Engineering & MBSE familiarity.
• Familiarity with SysML.
• Knowledge of quantitative trade‑off methods (Multi‑Attribute Utility Theory, Pareto analysis).
• Experience using Modelica, MATLAB, or similar tools for systems analysis.
• Practical experience applying model‑based systems engineering principles to product design.

• 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 Systems Engineering or Model Based Systems Engineering.
• Experience operating advanced manufacturing equipment (e.g., CNC mill, 3D‑scanner, CMM, 3D printers).
• Experience designing assemblies and product development processes.
• Well‑versed in implementing MBSE frameworks and system architectures.

The 2026 Canada program runs for 16 weeks (May 4 – August 21). 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.

Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.