Spring-Summer 2026 R&D Co-Op (BS Aerospace or Mechanical)

General Information

Job Title Spring-Summer 2026 R&D Co-Op (BS Aerospace or Mechanical) Job ID 12786 Country Canada City Canada Off-Site Date Posted 01-Oct-2025 Job Category Ansys NA Job Subcategory Ansys NA Hire Type Intern Remote Eligible Yes

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

ANSYS is a leading computer-aided engineering (CAE) provider, creating products used to simulate complex fluid flow, heat transfer, structural dynamics and electromagnetics for industrial applications.  It is used in power generation, marine, automotive, biomedical, and other industries.  ANSYS Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of ANSYS Inc., is one of many locations worldwide that develops these products. Our people are at the forefront of CAE technology, developing and applying new models to extend the power and usefulness of the software.
 
We have a co-op placement opportunity available for a R&D Verification Intern position working with the Ansys Discovery product range. The purpose of this position is to improve the software quality through model verification, validation, acceptance testing, and other research-oriented projects.  You will work with the development and testing teams, who are highly skilled and motivated.   
Job Responsibilities

• Testing and validating new features of the software as they are being developed
• Assisting in the production of test specifications
• Creating automated tools and tests
• Participating in acceptance testing

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Mechanical engineering or related technical degree.
• Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program and returning to university after the completion of the intern program.
• Exposure to FEA and CFD.
• Experience using Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge/experience using CAD software.
• Exposure to programming using C++, C#.
• Experience with Ansys products.
• Sharp and tenacious problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• This co-op is a 40-hour per week paid position

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.