Team Name:
Cinematics
Job Title:
Blizzard 2027 Summer Internships - Animation & Cinematic Tools Engineering
Requisition ID:
R028350
Job Description:
Blizzard is looking for talented and innovative students to join our teams for summer 2027. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to.
All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to subsidize housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.
Program Requirements
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program and graduating December 2027 – June 2028
Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in mid-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
A passion for significantly impacting game development
Applicants must apply with a resume and code samples
Internship Opportunities
Animation & Cinematic Tools Engineering Intern:
Join the Story & Franchise Development team to support the development of technologies and pipelines that power CG animation workflows. Partner with software engineers and technical artists to build tools, automate workflows, and improve the systems used to create high-quality animation and visual content.
Requirements:
Strong programming skills in Python
Development using AI coding harness like (Github Copilot/Claude Code)
Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with engineers & technical artists
Learning agility and the ability to quickly apply new technologies and concepts
Passion for animation, games, graphics, and technology
Experience with C++ is a plus
Familiarity with scripting/plug-in development with Digital Content Creation (DCC) applications such as Autodesk Maya, SideFX Houdini, or Unreal Engine is a plus
Familiarity with current trends in CG technologies
Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment, (Irvine, CA)
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Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. ( www.blizzard.com ), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
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