Gameplay Animation Intern

Remote spring internship, open to candidates across most U.S. statesInternshipEntry

Salary20 - 23 USD per hour

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Have graduated from a college or university program in 2026 (Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter).
Hold a degree in Animation, Art, Game Art, Technical Art, Game Design, Game Development, Engineering, or a related field.
Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) during core business hours for the duration of the program.
Be available for the full program period, February 1 through April 23, 2027.
Be available for the first week onsite at the studio in San Carlos, California, for onboarding.
Submit a complete application including a resume, cover letter, and portfolio link.
Provide a portfolio demonstrating foundational animation skills, including one or more of the listed animation examples.
Demonstrate understanding of animation fundamentals such as timing, pacing, weight, posing, and camera composition.
A portfolio may include motion capture cleanup or animation retargeting work.
Exposure to industry-standard development software, tools, and engines is a plus.
Game jams, personal projects, or group project contributions outside classroom curriculum are a plus.
Be willing to tackle challenges, learn from feedback, and adapt to new tools or workflows.

Learn to use industry-standard tools and software such as Unreal Engine, Maya, and/or MotionBuilder.
Participate in the game development animation pipeline, including motion capture processing, keyframe animation workflows, and engine implementation.
Polish existing animation assets.
Help fix animation asset issues.
Support mid, senior, and lead artists with assigned tasks.
Build understanding of advanced game development technology, focusing on Unreal Engine.

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