2024 US Summer Internship - Game Design

Activision Blizzard

Oct 14, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Design
Austin, +2

Requirements

Core Gameplay Design:
Experience with Unity, Unreal, or other game engines
An understanding of fundamental game design principles and what makes games fun
Strong ability to collaborate with others and incorporate feedback into your designs
Systems Design:
Familiarity with scripting languages and a solid math foundation
Creative writing skills for wording of abilities, items, features, and tooltips
Analytical skills for evaluating gameplay systems and interpreting player behavior
AI Design:
Possess an interest of how enemy/creature mechanics play in a combat model
Experience designing and building creatures and encounters
Familiarity with AI scripting and logic
World/Level Design:
Experience creating 3D terrain for game engines (Unreal, Unity, Lumberyard etc)
A keen interest in the level design processes including, but not limited to; level flow, engagement design, visual worldbuilding, pacing, storytelling, etc.
Good spatial and layout design skills, accompanied with solid game design sensibilities 
Player Profile:
Pursuing an associates, bachelors, masters, or PhD and graduating April 2024 – July 2025
Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June
Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US
Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts
Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner
Works well with others and contributes to team tasks
Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities
Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively
Candidates must apply with a resume and a link to their portfolio to be considered

Responsibilities

Core Gameplay Design:
Work closely with artists, designers, and engineers to create, implement, and polish gameplay around existing systems and mechanics. You’ll learn how game systems and game content work together to create a fun and compelling player experience.
Systems Design:
Leveraging creative and critical thinking, our Systems Designers help drive long-term player engagement through various game-wide systems such as combat, rewards, and activities. Work closely with our design team on scripting events, systems implementation, design documentation, and all things gameplay related.
AI Design:
This position involves the design and implementation of monsters, bosses, creature behavior, enemy spawning, and placement in the game’s world. You will collaborate with our design and engineering teams to build gameplay experiences that inspire, satisfy, and challenge our players.
World/Level Design:
A hybrid of game design and art; Level Designers build the highly immersive worlds and gameplay spaces enjoyed by our players. Create fun and interesting levels by utilizing environmental composition, 3D terrain sculpting, and detailed visual storytelling through asset placement.

Activision Blizzard

Entertainment & Media

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

2008

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is a global leader in interactive entertainment, operating across North America, Europe, and Asia. With a vast portfolio of beloved entertainment franchises such as Call of Duty®, Skylanders®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™, and Bubble Witch™, they captivate and delight hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, establishing themselves as the largest gaming network worldwide. In addition to their impressive reach, Activision Blizzard takes pride in their recognition as one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies To Work For®" for four consecutive years and being featured on FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" and "Future 50" lists. With over 10,000 talented employees across the globe, their team comprises some of the brightest minds in entertainment, media, and technology, all working towards the common goal of creating exceptional interactive entertainment experiences.