Game Design Intern

Electronic Arts; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 10,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts is seeking a Game Design intern for FC Mobile in Kuala Lumpur. You will work with designers, engineers, testers, and product owners to design engaging gameplay and features.

Internship lasts ~3 months 19 days starting January 2027, with mentorship from experienced designers and exposure to live-service game operations and live campaigns.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Game Design or related field.
• Strong written and verbal English and Chinese for regional collaboration.
• Proficient with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Figma.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design ideation, events concepts, and docs.
• Configure live-service content and event rewards using internal tools.
• Track real-world football events to integrate into live content.
• Provide playtesting, design, and UI/UX feedback.
• Work with cross-functional teams on live service game operations.

Skills

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency

Education

Current study: Game Design

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Figma

Job description

Role ID

215951

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.

Game Design - Intern

Internship Duration- 3 month and 19 Days Starting in January 2027

EA SPORTS™ FC Mobile is the world's most played football game on the mobile platform, serving millions of players globally. Our Kuala Lumpur team is an integral part of our global development efforts, and we invite you to join us in creating the largest sports game in the world.

As a Game Design intern for FC Mobile, you will work closely with a talented team of designers, engineers, testers, and product owners. Under the mentorship of experienced designers, your role will involve design engaging gameplay experiences and innovative features that align with player expectations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design ideation, live campaign/event concepts, and documentation.
• Assist in configuring live-service content, event rewards, and player database updates (using spreadsheets and internal tools).
• Help track and integrate real-world football events (e.g., matches, transfers, player performance) into in-game live content.
• Contribute with playtesting, design, and UI/UX feedback.
• Work with cross-functional teams to learn about and contribute to live service game operations and player experiences.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Game Design.
• Passionate about making and playing games (especially mobile titles).
• A proactive learner with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (to facilitate collaboration with regional teams).
• Deep passion for football (soccer) is highly beneficial; you should be actively following and up to date with the current real-world football scene (leagues, tournaments, players, and global football trends).
• Experience with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Figma.

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.

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.