Game Designer Intern - Summer 2027 (Apex Legends)

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts’ Respawn Entertainment is seeking a Game Designer Intern to join the Apex Legends team. You will help prototype and refine gameplay features, mentored by the Senior Lead Game Designer, and collaborate with designers, engineers and other disciplines to push vision and polish gameplay systems.

You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program with a 2027 graduation window, and you bring passion for gameplay design, detailed craft, and a collaborative spirit to a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program with graduation no earlier than December 2027.
• Interest and passion in creating gameplay systems, mechanics and game modes.
• Strong attention to detail and polish.
• Collaborative and inclusive attitude; asks questions, learns and adapts.
• Able to communicate design ideas to non-designers.
• Experience with a game engine or framework (Unreal, Unity, Godot, SDL, etc.).
• Drive to learn and comprehend the game design process.
• Nice to Have: Experience with C++.
• Nice to Have: Portfolio of game projects.
• Nice to Have: Interest in multiplayer live service environments.
• Nice to Have: Familiarity with the Battle Royale genre.

Responsibilities

• Work with designers, engineers and other creative to develop the vision and improve compelling gameplay systems.
• Write functional script that aligns with technical best practices.
• Align and collaborate with multiple disciplines to promote the vision of gameplay features.
• Improve on features based on playtesting, design requirements, and creative direction.

Skills

Game design

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree program (in progress)

Tools

Unreal

Unity

Godot

SDL

Job description

Role ID

216285

Worker Type

Intern - Temporary Employee

Studio/Department

Work Model

Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Founded in 2010 by the original creators of the Call of Duty Franchise, Respawn was created with the philosophy that when accomplished people have creative freedom, they'll make extraordinary games that achieve the unexpected. From our roots as an indie studio to joining the roster of studios at Electronic Arts, this remains our guiding principle. We love what we do and want to share our passion with players worldwide. Our shipped titles include critically acclaimed multi-platform games Apex Legends, Titanfall, Titanfall 2, Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order and Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond. Join us for the opportunity to create groundbreaking games with some of the best developer talent in the industry. You can learn more about our studio and values at Respawn.com/studio.

Respawn Entertainment is looking for a Game Designer Intern to join us on the Apex Legends Team. Reporting to the Senior Lead Game Designer you will work in a team to help prototype and refine gameplay features in Apex Legends.

Responsibilities:

• Work with designers, engineers and other creative to develop the vision and improve compelling gameplay systems
• Write functional script that aligns with technical best practices
• Align and collaborate with multiple disciplines to promote the vision of gameplay features.
• Improve on features based on playtesting, design requirements, and creative direction

Requirements:

• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree granting program with an anticipated graduation date no earlier than December 2027.
• An interest & passion in creating gameplay systems, mechanics and game modes
• A strong attention to detail and an eye for polish
• A collaborative and inclusive attitude, ask questions, learn and adapt
• Communicate design ideas and requirements to non-designers
• Experience with a game engine or framework (Unreal, Unity, Godot, SDL, etc.)
• Drive to learn and comprehend the game design process, specifically game mechanics and design theory

Nice To Have:

• Experience with C++
• Portfolio of game projects
• Interest and passion working in a multiplayer live service environment
• Familiarity with the Battle Royale genre

If all this excites you, then we want to talk to you. Don't let doubt deter you! We are an equal opportunity team excited about our next journey.

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