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Software Engineer Intern (Materials Simulation) – 3-Month Internship
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Software Engineer Intern (Materials Simulation) – 3-Month Internship
Software Engineer Intern - BIOVIA Materials Simulation
Location: Cambridge, UK Duration: 3-month internship
Join our BIOVIA Materials Simulation team based in Cambridge UK, as a Software Engineer Intern, where you will contribute to the development and optimization of advanced molecular simulation methods within computational materials science.
During this 3-month internship, you will contribute to the evaluation and optimization of machine-learned interatomic potentials, with a particular focus on the MACE, a model based on the Atomic Cluster Expansion framework. You will collaborate with experienced researchers and software developers to analyze performance, identify optimization opportunities and support the advancement of next-generation molecular simulation tools.
Role Description & Responsibilities
- Analyze the performance of molecular simulation workflows and identify areas for optimization
- Develop and test software solutions using Python where appropriate
- Support the validation of simulation results and document findings
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary scientists and software engineers within the Materials Simulation team
- Present progress and recommendations throughout the internship
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Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an MSc or PhD program in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline
- Good programming skills and general IT proficiency
- Experience with scripting languages, preferably Python
- Understanding of mathematics, computational methods, or physical sciences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in computational materials science
- Interest in molecular simulation, machine learning, or scientific computing is considered an advantage
- Strong communication skills in English and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment
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What’s In It For You
- A unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global tech company
- Exposure to real-world projects and collaboration with experienced professionals in an international, multicultural team
- A supportive environment that encourages learning, innovation and personal growth
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As a game-changer in sustainable technology and innovation, Dassault Systèmes is striving to build more inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. We believe that our people are our number one asset and we want all employees to feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. It is our goal that our people feel a sense of pride and a passion for belonging. As a company leading change, it’s our responsibility to foster opportunities for all people to participate in a harmonized Workforce of the Future.
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