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2024 US Summer Internship - SPARX Internship

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Design
  • Los Angeles

Requirements

  • Art/Animation: Use your artistic talent to see how visuals are created in video games. From concept art to gameplay animation, you will help bring characters, environments, and objects to life in a game's environment. We have opportunities in Cinematic Animation, Gameplay Animation, Character Art, and Environment Art.
  • Demonstrate strong key-frame animation skills.
  • Knowledge of and ability to learn 3D software packages like Maya or Max.
  • Skilled digital sculptor in Zbrush or equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of anatomy.
  • Willingness to participate in the critique process and complete feedback.
  • Portfolio samples that reflect an understanding of the visual style of Activision Blizzard games:
  • World of Warcraft (MMORPG): Fantasy, stylized, hand-painted, colorful
  • Overwatch (First-Person Shooter): Stylized realism, strong shape reads, bold color
  • Diablo (Action RPG): Dark fantasy grounded in realism, gothic
  • Call of Duty (First-Person Shooter): Hyper realistic
  • VFX: Work with 3D packages and in-game FX systems to create a wide range of VFX (fire, smoke, magic, electricity, explosions, etc.) to communicate gameplay.
  • Experience with crafting eye-catching, real-time effects using Photoshop, Maya, and in-game FX systems.
  • Experience with FumeFX, Houdini, Thinking Particles, Maya fluids, and rigid body dynamics are a plus.
  • Portfolio samples that reflect an understanding of the visual style of Activision Blizzard games:
  • World of Warcraft (MMORPG): Fantasy, stylized, hand-painted, colorful
  • Overwatch (First-Person Shooter): Stylized realism, strong shape reads, bold color
  • Diablo (Action RPG): Dark fantasy grounded in realism, gothic
  • Call of Duty (First-Person Shooter): Hyper realistic
  • Software Engineering: Challenge your coding by learning the ins and outs of how the game code works. We have opportunities in front-end development, back-end development, and UX/UI.
  • For front-end, an understanding of (CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Etc.) languages. For back-end, an understanding of C++ and Java.
  • Experience with engineering tools and methods (GitHub, unit testing, continuous integration, etc.).
  • Experience with SQL/NoSQL.
  • An interest in desktop and/or mobile applications.
  • Cyber Security: Learn what it takes to protect our games. We have opportunities in Games and Global Information Security.
  • Solid understanding of scripting languages such as Python, PHP and Javascript.
  • Knowledge of application security, cryptography and related domains.
  • Experience cheating and reverse engineering cheats for games.
  • Must be actively involved with capture the flag and/or other security competitions. Please have these competitions outlined on your resume.
  • Basic security, networking, and operating system (Windows, Linux, Solaris, OS X) knowledge.
  • Basic IT troubleshooting.
  • Analytics: Contribute to the goal of understanding and improving consumer/player experiences. We have opportunities in Machine Learning, Data Science, and Data Analytics.
  • Understanding of data structures, data modeling and software architecture.
  • Knowledge of math, probability, statistics and algorithms.
  • Ability to write code in Python.
  • Experience in querying with SQL.
  • Excited about quantitative methods – finding the truth and narrative in the data.
  • Game Design: Come do the combination of creativity and technicality by designing the atmosphere, story, and aesthetics of the video game; or the technical side of game mechanics, balancing, and a little bit of programming and math. We have opportunities in World/Level, AI, Core Gameplay, Systems, UX, Audio, and Narrative Design.
  • Familiarity with Activision Blizzard games.
  • Knowledge of game engines (Unreal and/or Unity).
  • Programming/scripting experience in C/C++, Lua, or other languages is a plus.
  • Product/Project Management: Support our games in real time with your problem solving. We have opportunities in production, project management and product management.
  • Experience with project management showcased through school projects.
  • Basic knowledge of planning and tracking tools such as Smartsheets, Project, JIRA, Confluence or Excel.
  • Familiar with Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies, specifically Scrum.
  • Skills for breaking down complex problems into manageable tasks.
  • Player Profile:
  • Must currently be in the second year of an undergraduate degree program; with an anticipated graduation date between Dec 2025 – August 2026.
  • Flexibility and ability to changing organizational needs
  • Passion towards learning how to be a successful professional employee in the video game industry.
  • 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 that includes contact information, intended major, and expected graduation date. Please also include a list of current, relevant courses within the body of your resume.
  • Finalists will be selected based on eligibility and proven interest in the gaming industry.

Responsibilities

  • We are looking for talented and innovative students to join our team for the 2024 summer. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn new skills/technology while you collaborate with some of the best in the gaming industry. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing on. In addition to your day-to-day work, you’ll participate in intern exclusive Learning & Development and social events (virtual and in-person).
  • All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office Monday-Friday. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided a living stipend to supplement housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.

Dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences...ever.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Blizzard Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software. After establishing the Blizzard Entertainment label in 1994, the company quickly became one of the most popular and well-respected makers of computer games. By focusing on creating well-designed, highly enjoyable entertainment experiences, Blizzard Entertainment has maintained an unparalleled reputation for quality since its inception. At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we’ve been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. We’re on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Hard work, iteration and polish go into the Blizzard “secret recipe,” but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us. Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Culture & Values

  • Gameplay First

    Everything we do at Blizzard Entertainment is based on the success of the gaming experiences we provide our players. The goal of each discipline within the company -- be it art, programming or customer support -- is to make our games as fun as possible for as many people as we can reach.

  • Commit to Quality

    “Blizzard polish” doesn’t just refer to our gameplay experiences, but to every aspect of our jobs. We approach each task carefully and seriously. We seek honest feedback and use it to improve the quality of our work. At the end of the day, most players won’t remember whether the game was late -- only whether it was great.

  • Play Nice; Play Fair

    In our business first impressions are important -- but lasting impressions are everything. We strive to maintain a high level of respect and integrity in all interactions with our players, colleagues, and business partners. The conduct of each Blizzard Entertainment employee, whether online or offline, can reflect on the entire company.

  • Embrace Your Inner Geek

    Everyone here is a geek at heart. Cutting-edge technology, comic books, science fiction, top-end video cards, action figures with the kung-fu grip…. Whatever it is they’re passionate about, it matters that each employee embraces it! Their unique enthusiasm helps to shape the fun, creative culture that is Blizzard Entertainment.

  • Every Voice Matters

    Great ideas can come from anywhere. Blizzard Entertainment is what it is today because of the voices of our players and of each member of the company. Every employee is encouraged to speak up, listen, be respectful of other opinions, and embrace criticism as just another avenue for great ideas.

  • Learn & Grow

    The games industry is ever-changing. Technology improves, techniques change, and design philosophies become outdated. Since the founding of Blizzard Entertainment, we’ve worked to improve through experience, teaching one another and cultivating the desire to be the best at what we do. We see this as an individual responsibility as well as a company one. Employees can count on their peers, managers, and the company itself to be supportive and help them gain the knowledge and training they need.

  • Think Globally

    Everywhere on the planet there are people who play Blizzard Entertainment games. While respecting the cultural diversity that makes people unique, we strive to grow and support our global gaming community. We also seek the most passionate, talented people in the world to enrich our company and help us forge the future vision of Blizzard Entertainment.

  • Lead Responsibly

    Our products and practices can affect not only our employees and players -- but the industry at large. As one of the world’s leading game companies, we’re committed to making ethical decisions, always keeping our players in mind, and setting a strong example of professionalism and excellence at all times.

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