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NVIDIA 2027 Internships: Ph.D. Research Graphics and Simulation

Posted Aug 19, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$38 – $94/hr
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Internship
Experience
Strong background in research with publications at top conferences.
Education
PhD

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Role Summary

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This Ph.D. research internship supports NVIDIA’s Graphics and Simulation teams in advancing computing, graphics, media processing, and related technologies. The work may contribute to prototypes, patents, products, and publications across areas such as graphics, simulation, and content creation.

What You'll Do

  • Design and develop algorithms, hardware, and software that advance computing, graphics, media processing, and related technologies
  • Invent new techniques, technologies, methodologies, processes, and devices to enable new products or types of products
  • Collaborate with team members, other teams, and external researchers

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Qualifications

Actively enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field for the full duration of the internship; programming skills and technologies may include Python, C, CUDA, HLSL/GLSL, and ML frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, and Warp; strong research background with publications at top conferences; excellent communication and collaboration skills; research experience in applicable graphics, simulation, rendering, content creation, or GPU-accelerated systems areas.

Required

  • Actively enrolled in a university pursuing a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field for the full...
  • Anticipated graduation date (month and year) clearly indicated on a resume or CV
  • Python, C, CUDA, HLSL/GLSL, or ML Frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, Warp), depending on the internship
  • Strong background in research with publications at top conferences
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Research experience in at least one applicable area, including real-time graphics and rendering, differentiable rendering, ray tracing...

Preferred

  • Experience with large-scale model training

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By submitting your resume, you acknowledge that your Ph.D. Research Graphics and Simulation internship application will be processed in accordance with NVIDIA’s Applicant Privacy Policy and you agree to our Terms of Service. We’ll review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out if your experience fits one of our many internship opportunities. 

NVIDIA pioneered accelerated computing to tackle challenges no one else can solve. Our work in AI and digital twins is transforming the world's largest industries and profoundly impacting society — from gaming to robotics, self-driving cars to life-saving healthcare, climate change to virtual worlds where we can all connect and create. 

 

Our internships offer an excellent opportunity to expand your career and get hands on experience with one of our industry leading Graphics and Simulation teams. We’re seeking strategic, ambitious, hard-working, collaborative, and creative individuals who are passionate about helping us tackle challenges no one else can solve. 

 

Learn more about Research at NVIDIA. 

What you will be doing: 

  • Design and develop algorithms, hardware, and software that advance the state of the art in computing, graphics, media processing, and other technologies central to NVIDIA’s business. 

  • Invent new techniques, technologies, methodologies, processes, and devices, to enable new products or types of products. Deliverable results may include prototypes, patents, leading to products and publications. 

  • Collaborate with other team members, teams, and/or external researchers. 

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What we need to see: 

  • Must be actively enrolled in a university pursuing a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, for the full duration of the internship; anticipated graduation date (month and year) must be clearly indicated on a resume or CV to be considered.    

  • Depending on the internship, prior experience or knowledge requirements could include the following programming skills and technologies:  

Python, C, CUDA, HLSL/GLSL, ML Frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, Warp) 

  • Strong background in research with publications at top conferences. 

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

  • Experience with large-scale model training is a plus. 

Potential internships require research experience in at least one of the following areas: 

  • Real-Time Graphics and Rendering 

Differentiable Rendering 

Ray Tracing and Path Tracing 

Neural Rendering Models 

Light Transport and Material/Shape Modeling 

  • Simulation and Animation 

Physics-based simulation 

World models 

Deep learning for animation 

3D and 4D Content Creation 

Virtual and augmented reality environments 

  • Generative AI for graphics, simulation, and content creation 

  • 3D Deep Learning 

  • Digital human creation 

  • Human motion modeling 

  • GPU-accelerated algorithms and systems for graphics and simulation 

  • Synthetic data generation 

Click here to learn more about NVIDIA, our early talent programs, benefits offered to students and other helpful student resources related to our latest technologies and endeavors. 

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay based on the position, your location, year in school, degree, and experience. The hourly rate for our interns is 38 USD - 94 USD.

You will also be eligible for Intern benefits. ​

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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NVIDIA is a leading technology company renowned for its graphics processing units (GPUs) and innovative computing solutions that enhance visual experiences across multiple platforms, including gaming, scientific research, and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1993, the company has expanded its offerings to include powerful AI frameworks and deep learning platforms, making significant contributions to industries such as gaming, data centers, automotive, and healthcare. NVIDIA's commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual computing continues to drive advancements in both hardware and software, positioning the company at the forefront of emerging technologies and digital transformation.

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