UI Scripter Intern

Criterion Software Group; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts in Guildford is offering a 12-month paid internship focused on UI scripting for Battlefield. You will implement in-game UI using visual scripting tools (Unreal Blueprints) and scripting languages (Python, Lua), collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver immersive interfaces.

The role targets penultimate-year undergraduates with a planned placement year, available to start July 2027, and eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Penultimate-year undergraduate student with a planned placement year (not a Masters/Graduate).
• Available to start a full-time, 12-month placement in July 2027.
• Eligible to work in Guildford, UK without visa or relocation support.

Responsibilities

• Implement the player's UI within the game following technical and artistic guidance.
• Ensure UI is integrated using the visual scripting and layout engine.
• Collaborate with UI Scripters, Designers, Artists, Engineers and Production.

Skills

Unreal Blueprints

Python

Lua

C#

C++

UI principles

UI testing

Troubleshooting UI

Education

Penultimate year undergrad with placement

Tools

Python

Lua

Job description

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.

• Contract: 12-month paid internship
• Start Date: July 2027
• Work Model: Hybrid (3 days a week onsite minimum)

The Challenge Ahead

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay and all-out warfare, for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, Battlefield Studios is defining the future of the first-person shooter with the biggest launch in franchise history with Battlefield 6, and a new era beginning with Battlefield REDSEC.

United under the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive, and Ripple Effect have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

At Criterion Games we cherish our rich, award-winning, history of crafting quality games with joy and passion. You’ll find us playing, creating, breathing, and talking games. As we look to the future, we're excited to continue innovating and being part of building the future of Battlefield. We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a UI Scripter who's focus will be to implement the player's user interface within the game. Following technical and artistic guidance, you will ensure the UI is implemented within the game's visual scripting and layout engine, following engineering principles. Working in a cross-studio team with other UI Scripters, Designers, Artists, Engineers and a Production team, you will help build immersive interfaces.

Eligibility

• You are studying in your penultimate year of an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree with a planned placement year ahead (not a Masters or Graduate student).
• You are available to commence a full-time, 12-month placement in July 2027.
• You are eligible to work in Guildford, UK without additional visa or relocation support

Skills

• You have experience in using visual scripting (e.g. Unreal Blueprints), scripting languages (e.g. Python, Lua) or general programming (C#, C++)
• You have understanding of core user interface principles, and experience in implementing and testing.
• You have experience in troubleshooting user interface issues.
• You can resolve technical challenges and limitations.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

• healthcare coverage
• mental well-being support
• retirement savings
• paid time off
• family leaves
• complimentary games

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.

EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.