Animation Intern

TL;DR

Animation Intern (Game Art): Contributing to AAA game projects within the animation pipeline with an accent on motion capture processing, keyframe animation, and engine implementation. Focus on acquiring industry-standard tool skills (Unreal Engine, Maya) and polishing animation assets for experienced artists.

Location: Hybrid (San Carlos, CA) with initial 1-2 weeks onsite at San Carlos, CA for onboarding. Legal eligibility to work in the United States required.

Salary: $21-25 per hour, plus a stipend.

Company

hirify.global is a game development studio with a 30-plus year legacy, known for award-winning franchises like Tomb Raider.

What you will do

• Acquire essential skills using industry-standard tools and software such as Unreal Engine, Maya, and/or MotionBuilder.
• Participate in various game development aspects of the full animation pipeline, including motion capture processing, keyframe animation workflows, and engine implementation.
• Support mid, senior, and lead artists by polishing existing animation assets, helping fix issues, and any other tasks assigned.
• Enhance your understanding of advanced game development technology, focusing on Unreal Engine.

Requirements

• Enrolled as a college Junior or Senior (graduating Fall/Winter 2025 or Spring 2026).
• Pursuing a degree in Animation, Art, Game Art, Technical Art, Game Design, Game Development, Engineering, or related fields.
• Availability to work full-time (40 hrs / week) from June 1st –August 21st, 2026.
• Able to work onsite at our studio in San Carlos, CA for the first 1-2 weeks for onboarding.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Submission of a complete application that includes a resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio.

Nice to have

• Portfolio demonstrating foundational Animation skills (timing, pacing, weight, posing, motion capture cleanup/retargeting).
• Exposure to industry-standard development software, tools and engines.
• Industry involvement outside classroom curriculum such as game jams, personal projects and/or contributions to group projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive regional salary and stipend.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Flexible hybrid on-site/off-site work opportunities (after initial onboarding).
• Company-paid holidays and additional paid days in December when the studio is closed.
• Ability to accrue additional paid time-off.