Character Artist Intern- Undergraduate (Game Development)

Location: Burbank, California, United States. Onsite role; hybrid policy may affect the base pay range. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Salary: $36.50 per hour during the internship period.

Company

Interactive entertainment company developing video games through Insomniac Games.

What you will do

• Create and refine 3D models and textures for characters and props used in game development.
• Develop corrective blendshapes for characters and props to support animation.
• Create efficient UV layouts using Maya or equivalent software.
• Author textures and materials in Substance Painter.
• Collaborate with the Character Art and Animation team while learning game production techniques and workflows.
• Develop modeling, texturing, and technical skills through mentorship from experienced artists.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree toward Character Art.
• Expected graduation between May 2026 and December 2029 from an accredited university; undergraduate status required.
• Creative, self-motivated, and responsible approach to learning and completing assigned work.
• Passion for video games and animation, with interest in character modeling, texturing, and game development.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States without requiring work visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Available for the entire 12-week internship period during either May 17–August 6 or June 14–September 3.

Nice to have

• Six to twelve months of related experience and/or training.
• Previous experience with Maya.
• Python skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a collaborative game development environment.
• Mentorship from senior Character Art and Animation team members.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Fixed hourly pay for the internship period.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage for new employees.