Animation Intern (Gameplay)- Undergraduate

Join the animation team at Insomniac Games and gain hands-on experience creating animations that bring characters and game worlds to life.

As an Animation Intern, you'll work alongside experienced animators and content creators to develop animations for in-game characters, props, and cinematics. You'll contribute to game production projects while learning the techniques and tools used to create engaging gameplay experiences.

This internship offers the opportunity to strengthen your animation skills, receive guidance from experienced team members, and gain practical experience in a collaborative game development studio.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Create a variety of animations for in-game characters, props, and cinematics that contribute to game development projects.
• Support the animation team with assigned tasks, including animation development and bug fixing.
• Learn and apply new animation techniques and tools to bring characters to life.
• Collaborate with experienced animators and content creators across the studio to develop and refine animation work.
• Gain hands-on experience with animation workflows and game production while strengthening your artistic, technical, and collaborative skills.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer, Traditional, or Experimental Animation. Students majoring in Art, Illustration, or Graphic Design with animation experience will also be considered.
• Six to twelve months of related experience and/or training is beneficial but not required for currently enrolled students.
• A creative, self-motivated, and responsible approach to learning and completing assigned work.
• Passion for video games and animation, with a willingness to learn new techniques and contribute to team projects.
• Introductory 3D animation experience, drawing skills and previous experience with Maya are preferred.

Intern Pay Range $36.50 — $36.50 USD