Presentation Animator Intern (Spring 2027)

Location: Remote internship for candidates living in eligible United States states; the first week is onsite at the studio in San Carlos, California for onboarding. Full-time availability during core business hours is required from February 1 to April 23, 2027.

Salary: $20–$23 USD per hour; compensation is based on the confirmed work location in the United States.

Company

hirify.global is a game development studio creating AAA games and franchises including Tomb Raider.

What you will do

• Build skills in Unreal Engine and implement existing animation content entirely in-engine rather than creating new animations.
• Find and select animations from the existing library to support scene requirements and in-game presentations.
• Set up and connect existing animations for in-game scenes while following creative direction and established workflows.
• Review scene playback, address animation implementation issues, and incorporate feedback on timing, pacing, and presentation quality.
• Contribute hands-on work to active AAA game development projects while collaborating with experienced artists, interns, and onsite and remote teams.

Requirements

• Graduated from a college or university program in 2026.
• Degree in Animation, Art, Game Art, Technical Art, Game Design, Game Development, Engineering, or a related field.
• Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, during core business hours for the full program duration from February 1 to April 23, 2027.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Complete application including a resume, cover letter, and portfolio link.

Nice to have

• Portfolio demonstrating foundational skills in in-engine animation implementation or cinematic presentation.
• Scene work showing understanding of animation timing, pacing, posing, and camera composition.
• Examples of selecting and implementing existing animation assets within a game engine.
• Exposure to industry-standard development software, tools, and engines.
• Industry involvement outside the classroom, such as game jams, personal projects, or group project contributions.
• Willingness to tackle challenges, learn from feedback, and adapt to new tools or workflows.
• Ability to communicate ideas with eagerness to learn and turn feedback into action.

Culture & Benefits

• 12-week paid internship with practical involvement in active AAA projects.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals and access to industry knowledge.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Professional networking opportunities and a supportive learning environment.
• Remote work during the program, with onsite onboarding in San Carlos, California.
• Potential future full-time opportunities may be available depending on business needs.

Hiring process

• Submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio through the careers site.
• Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further assessments and interviews.