VFX Intern (Apex Legends)

Location: Hybrid in Madison, United States; full-time, paid, 12-week summer 2027 internship.

Company

hirify.global develops games and interactive entertainment as part of Electronic Arts.

What you will do

• Create and implement real-time VFX for characters, weapons, environments, and seasonal content in Apex Legends.
• Collaborate with art, design, animation, and engineering to support gameplay clarity and integrate effects into the game.
• Prototype, implement, and iterate VFX assets using the game engine and proprietary tools.
• Assist with performance profiling and optimization while balancing visual quality and technical constraints.
• Participate in art reviews, apply feedback, and refine work to meet the studio's quality standards.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in real-time VFX, game art, animation, computer graphics, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later, with enrollment in an accredited degree program during summer 2027.
• Foundational knowledge of aesthetics, composition, color theory, and timing as applied to VFX.
• Basic familiarity with DCC tools such as Maya, Houdini, or Photoshop.
• Some experience with game engines, asset implementation, or particle systems such as Niagara or Cascade.
• Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment involving artists, designers, engineers, and senior VFX artists.
• Opportunities to learn through guidance, feedback, experimentation, and iteration.
• Benefits may include healthcare, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leave, and complimentary games.