Join CLO Virtual Fashion's R&D team as a summer intern, conducting research on garment simulation, software design, and graphics, collaborating with various specialists to enhance product capabilities.
ON-SITE: LOS ANGELES / NEW YORK / EUROPE
CLO Virtual Fashion is the global leader in 3D garment technology, driving the industry's digital transformation. Our flagship products, CLO (www.clo3d.com) and the 2024 Sci-Tech Academy Award-winning Marvelous Designer (www.marvelousdesigner.com), seamlessly unify every aspect of the digital garment workflow.Join our R&D team as a research intern and help solve complex challenges in virtual fashion design.
We are seeking candidates to explore a range of topics, including software design, geometry processing, physics-based simulation, textile modeling, rendering, visualization, and interactive methods. You will work alongside our research team as we create innovative solutions for the future of fashion.
Responsibilities
- Conduct cutting-edge research to advance our R&D capabilities in garment simulation, computer graphics, HCI, geometric modeling, interactive systems, material modeling, and 2D/3D CAD.
- Collaborate closely with developers, UX designers, and 3D apparel specialists to translate research insights into practical product improvements.
- Support the research process by assisting with literature reviews, prototype development, and technical writing.
Requirements
- Pursuing an MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Strong C++ programming skills and knowledge of fundamental algorithms.
- Genuine passion for graphics, simulation, software design, and research.
- Skilled in presenting ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Full availability for the duration of a 12-14 week assignment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong math skills, particularly in linear algebra and optimization.
- Knowledge of graphics APIs (OpenGL) and GPU technologies (CUDA, OpenCL, Metal).
- Positive outlook combined with a self-driven, proactive attitude.
- Experience with 3D animation tools such as Maya, Blender, Houdini, or Marvelous Designer.
Top Skills
Blender
C++
Cuda
Houdini
Maya
Metal
Opencl
Opengl
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