Technical Artist Intern (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Technical Artist Intern (Gamedev): Supporting the creative process by developing tools and optimizing art pipelines for high-quality game development with an accent on technical problem-solving and workflow automation. Focus on collaborating with technical artists to streamline production and improve visual quality in a professional studio environment.

Location: Must be based in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Company

A leading independent game studio with over 1200 employees, known for original titles like Dead by Daylight and collaborative work with major entertainment brands.

What you will do

• Support and maintain art pipelines and technical tools.
• Profile and optimize art assets to ensure performance targets are met.
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve production efficiency.
• Create technical documentation and establish best practices for the art team.
• Collaborate with technical artists to solve complex pipeline challenges.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Creative Media, Game Technology, or related program.
• Must be eligible to work full-time in Rotterdam starting September 2026.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week for 4 months.
• Strong artistic eye and appreciation for visual quality.
• Experience with Maya and/or Blender.
• Natural curiosity for programming and scripting.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to grow skills in a professional game development environment.
• Free lunch provided on-site.
• 100€ BeHappy expense reimbursement.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.