PhD Researcher, Agentic 3D Modeling, Immersive Environments

Autodesk

. Explore and apply novel technologies and techniques at Autodesk Research .

Posted 10/15/2026internshipUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $118,560 - $162,240 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multimodal AI approaches, 3D modeling, and computational design, with strong programming skills in Python and experience in designing experiments with complex datasets. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate research findings through various formats.

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PhD In Computer ScienceResearch Experience In AI/MLStrong Programming Skills In PythonExperience With Multimodal AI3D Modeling And Reconstruction

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningComputer Vision3D ReconstructionGeometry GenerationComputational DesignExperiment DesignData AnalysisAI AgentsWorld ModelsSimulation

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Modern ML Frameworks3D Modeling SystemsData Pipelines

Industry Keywords

AECSpatial ComputingHuman PerceptionHuman-Centered AIVirtual Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Explore and apply novel technologies and techniques at Autodesk Research
Research multimodal AI approaches for generating and editing novel 3D representations of built environments
Develop methods using foundation models, AI agents, and/or world models
Work with multimodal datasets, including visual, spatial, behavioral, and physics simulation data
Design experiments and benchmarks evaluating AI predictions against human responses
Build and evaluate research prototypes for real and simulated environments
Document and communicate findings through papers, presentations, and demonstrations
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team across AI, spatial computing, AEC, and human perception
Explore how research prototypes can inform future Autodesk design workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computer Graphics, Computational Design, or a related field, with a completion date in 2028 or later
Research experience in AI/ML, computer vision, reality capture and 3D reconstruction, 3D modeling or geometry generation, or a related computational field
Strong programming skills, ideally with Python and modern ML frameworks
Experience designing computational experiments and working with complex datasets
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Track record of contributions demonstrated through related projects, open-source work, or publications
Preferred: experience with multimodal AI or vision-language models; world models, AI agents, or spatial intelligence; 3D, simulation, or virtual environments; human perception or human-centered AI; modern 3D modeling and reconstruction methods; AEC or computational design
Preferred: solid understanding of 3D modeling systems and data pipelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

16-week paid research internship program
Tech talks and development opportunities
Flexible Workplace approach supporting office, remote, and hybrid work based on business and team needs
Competitive compensation package
In-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification may be required