Animation Production Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Spring 2027

NBCUniversal; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

DreamWorks Animation is offering a Spring 2027 Animation Production Internship in Glendale, California. The program is in-person, part-time (24 hours/week), with a Tue-Thu schedule and an 18.47 USD hourly rate.

Interns gain hands-on experience on feature or TV productions and engage in workshops, speaker series, and development activities. Open to students and recent grads who are curious, resourceful, and passionate about animation; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office management software (Excel, Word, Gmail) is vital.
• Well organized, self-motivated individuals who function well in fast-paced production environments.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree (or recent graduate within six months).
• Must be 18+ and willing to work in Glendale, California.
• Ability to relocate, provide housing and transportation if needed.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Production Intern will be assigned to a feature or TV production and learn production workflows.
• Observe animation pipeline and creative process to gain hands-on knowledge.
• Assist Production Manager with production activities and learn industry practices.
• Demonstrate initiative, attention to detail, and strong communication.

Skills

Strong written & verbal communication

Self-motivated

Organized

Team player

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Education

Pursuing Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree

Recent graduate (within six months)

Tools

FlowPro/Shotgrid

Excel

Word

Gmail

Job description

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into feature and TV productions while gaining hands‑on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.

The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

Spring 2027 Animation Production Internship:

• Applications close: October 19, 2026 at 11:59pm PT
• Program Dates: January 25 - April 1, 2027
• Time Commitment: Part-Time (24 hours per week required)
• Format: In Person (Tuesday - Thursday)

Responsibilities:

“What would you say you do here?”

A Production Intern will be assigned to either a feature film or TV production and gain insight into production responsibilities, workflows and processes. Additionally, they will be able to observe and learn about the animation pipeline and creative process.

Production Interns handle various production activities under the direction of their Production Manager. Interns will help to take on new challenges in efforts to gain a more detailed knowledge of the animation industry, animated television or feature pipeline and workflows.

Interns must have strong written and verbal communication skills, are self‑motivated, are outstanding teammates who take initiative, have the ability to prioritize multiple requests, have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Basic Qualifications:

• Knowledge of office management software (Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.) is vital
• Candidates should be well organized, highly self‑motivated individuals who function well in fast‑paced, frenetic production based environments
• Must be confident and proactive with excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
• Must feel comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be willing to work in Glendale, California
• Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Desired Characteristics:

• Film/TV, Animation/Illustration, Media Studies or related majors preferred.
• Proven understanding of FlowPro (formerly Shotgrid) is a plus

Hourly Rate:

$18.47

Hybrid:

This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in‑office requirements at any time.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].