Amazon Robotics - Technical Artist Internship - January to June 2024, Virtual Systems

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem-solving through teamwork ingrained in your nature? Does the idea of seeing the broader implications of your work appeal to you? If the answer to these questions is yes, you would be a perfect fit for Amazon Robotics. We are an industrious team who work passionately to apply innovative advances in robotics and software to real-world challenges. These breakthroughs aim to transform our customers' experiences in ways we cannot even conceive yet. Our team invents new enhancements every day. This role is a six-month internship to join Amazon Robotics full-time (40 hours/week) from January to June 2024. The positions available with Amazon Robotics will be located in the Greater Boston Area, within our two high-tech facilities in Westborough and North Reading, Massachusetts. Both campuses offer interns direct access to robotics testing labs and manufacturing plants. In this role, you will work closely with simulation engineers to construct virtual robotic worlds. Using technologies such as Unity and Blender, you will breathe life into these virtual realms by creating levels and art assets (2D and 3D) for a real-time graphics application. If this sounds interesting, we encourage you to apply! Our team is currently working on hardware and software projects including autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, simulation, robotic software management, predictive analytics, and many more. Responsibilities for the Technical Artist Intern may include: - Acting as a liaison between heads of programming and design teams - Developing technical tools for a project - Establishing workflows of art production - Supporting artists and engineers in the 3D art pipeline - Assisting in asset performance and validation - Resolving complex technical issues during development - Determining the required software and tools for Digital Twin production - Developing and maintaining resources and pipelines with programmers - Keeping up-to-date technical documentation We are open to hiring candidates to work in either of the following locations: Boston, MA, USA | Westborough, MA, USA Basic Qualifications: - Enrollment in a degree program in Computer Science, Visual Effects, Graphic Art, Animation, or a related field, with at least one semester remaining after the completion of the internship - Availability and eligibility for a full-time (40 hours/week) six-month internship from January to June 2024 - Experience with Substance Designer or Substance Painter - Experience with Maya, Houdini or Blender - Familiarity with real-time photoreal shaders in any game engine - Solid understanding of PBR and MDL (Material Definition Language) Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse Kit and other Omniverse Apps - Proficiency in C++, C#, or Java - Experience with Substance Designer - Familiarity with 3D Studio Max - Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Solidworks - Familiarity with USD-based pipelines/workflows - Experience with 3D Scanning or Photogrammetry - Solid understanding of PBR and MDL (Material Definition Language) - A portfolio of previous work is a plus Even if you don't fulfil every requirement on this list, we would still be interested in hearing from you! At Amazon, we value diversity and individuals with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you are passionate about this role and ready to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! Amazon is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who need accommodations, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.