Job Requisition ID #24WD75831Position OverviewNinety percent of real estate development over the next decade will focus on existing buildings, according to sustainability experts. Reusing and renovating these structures through faster, more cost-effective, and sustainable methods will be one of the main challenges in designing the built environment. Can we apply modern methods of robotic construction to automate these renovation efforts, while also integrating sustainable approaches such as: material circularity, material passports, and adaptive reuse?As an intern with Autodesk Research, you will investigate the most impactful use cases for these industrialized renovation efforts. You will use 3d scanning/sensor technology and robotic platforms to prototype automated methods of collecting building data, establishing a foundation for how we renovate and repurpose the existing building stock. You will be part of a global team of researchers specializing in robotics, software engineering, and sustainable architecture, with access to the facilities and expertise of staff at Autodesk’s Boston Technology Center for prototyping and validating your proposed solutions.Responsibilities Be an active member of a team exploring new and advancing areas of research in the realm of Industrialized Construction and Net-Zero BuildingsParticipate in iterative design, testing and development sprints to refine researchPresent research to team; create report or academic paperMinimum QualificationsPursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or related fieldsExperience with one or more robotic platforms such as AGVs, robot arms, and related control and navigationBasic knowledge of Revit or BIM softwareAbout the US Intern Program The 2024 U.S. program runs for 12 weeks (May 20 – August 9 or June 17 – September 6). 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 supporting office, remote and hybrid work preferences. Learn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome 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 – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers. When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!Salary TransparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience, educational level, and geographic location, and can exceed this range.For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting annualized intern base salary to be between:$47,840 and $95,680 (undergraduate students)$72,800 and $118,500 (Masters/MBA students)$118,560 and $162,240 (PhD students)Equal Employment Opportunity At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. 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 for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Diversity & BelongingWe take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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