Animation Intern (Gameplay)- Undergraduate

The role

You will create animations for in-game characters, props, and cinematics. You will work alongside experienced animators to support game production projects.

What you will do

• Create a variety of animations for in-game characters, props, and cinematics.
• Support the animation team with assigned tasks, including animation development and bug fixing.
• Learn and apply new animation techniques and tools.
• Collaborate with experienced animators and content creators across the studio.
• Gain hands-on experience with animation workflows and game production.

Required qualifications

• 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.
• A creative, self-motivated, and responsible approach to learning and completing assigned work.
• Passion for video games and animation.
• Students with expected graduation between May 2026 and December 2029 from an accredited university.
• Must be available for the entire 12-week internship period.

Nice to have

• Six to twelve months of related experience and/or training
• Introductory 3D animation experience
• drawing skills
• previous experience with Maya

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Before you apply

• Expected graduation between May 2026 and December 2029 from an accredited university.
• Must be available for the entire 12-week internship period.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States and will not require work visa sponsorship from SIE now or in the future.
• Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage.

About the company

Insomniac Games is a collaborative game development studio.