Activision 2027 Summer Internships - VFX

Activision; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Living stipend

Job summary

Activision invites students to join the 2027 Summer Internship in VFX, a 12-week in-person program beginning mid-May or mid-June. Interns will work on real-time VFX for Call of Duty, collaborating with seasoned artists and engineers to design and optimize cinematic effects across next-gen platforms.

Hosting locations include High Moon Studios (Carlsbad, CA) and Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA). A living stipend and relocation assistance are provided to help cover housing, utilities, commuting, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program and graduating May 2027 - June 2028.
• Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting mid-May or mid-June.
• Currently residing in the US or willing to relocate to the US.
• Exhibits learning agility and can grasp new skills.
• Communicates problems, solutions, and priorities clearly.
• Manages time effectively and collaborates with others.
• Passion for impacting game development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real-time VFX for Call of Duty during a 12-week internship.
• Collaborate with artists and engineers to design dynamic visual effects.
• Work within AAA production pipelines and optimize visual effects for performance.

Skills

Learning agility

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree student

Job description

Job Title:

Activision 2027 Summer Internships - VFX

Requisition ID:

R028074

Job Description:

Activision is looking for talented and innovative students to join our teams for summer 2027. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to.

All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to subsidize housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.

Program Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a certificate, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program and graduating May 2027 - June 2028

• Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in mid-May or mid-June

• Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US

• Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts

• Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner

• Works well with others and contributes to team tasks

• Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities

• Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively

• A passion for significantly impacting game development

• Applicants must apply with a resumeand portfolio/reel to be considered

Internship Opportunities

VFX Intern:

Join our world-class team bringing the iconic visuals of Call of Duty to life. As a VFX Intern, you’ll contribute to real-time effects that heighten gameplay—from explosive battlefield moments to immersive environmental details. You’ll collaborate with experienced artists and engineers to design dynamic, cinematic, and optimized visual effects using tools and in-game FX systems. This internship offers hands-on experience with AAA production pipelines, scripting multi-state FX objects, and balancing artistry with performance across next-gen platforms. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how visual effects shape player immersion and define the Call of Duty experience.

Requirements:

• Experience creating real-time VFX simulations using Maya, 3ds Max, or in-game FX editors.

• Familiarity with Unreal, Unity, or proprietary game engines.

• Strong understanding of particle systems, shaders, dynamics, and 3D fundamentals.

• Experience with Houdini or Photoshop are a plus.

• A portfolio/reel that showcases real-time, photoreal visual effects is required

Hosting Locations

High Moon Studios (Carlsbad, CA) & Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA)

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [e-mail]. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $20.00 - $50.00 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.