CG Generalist - Environment Intern, Disney Animation - Winter 2027, Burbank, CA

The Walt Disney Company; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company invites applications for the CG Environment Intern role at Disney Animation in Burbank for Winter 2027. This 12‑week internship provides hands‑on exposure to modeling, look development, and environment pipelines with mentorship from seasoned artists and production leaders.

You will work with Maya, ZBrush, Houdini, Renderman and other tools to create models, textures, and environments, gaining insight into the full animation workflow.

Qualifications

• Interest in CG Environment Departments such as Modeling and Look Development.
• Working knowledge of CG software such as Maya, ZBrush, Houdini, StudioPaint, Painter, Renderman or Photoshop.
• Background in art, animation, or filmmaking is a plus.
• Familiar with Linux systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Modeling 3D models of natural terrain, vegetation, architecture, vehicles and props using Maya and proprietary foliage software.
• Look Development through CG texturing/surfacing of natural elements and hard surfaces.
• Environments—procedural authoring in modeling and look development.

Skills

Modeling

Look Development

Procedural authoring

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Houdini

StudioPaint

Painter

Renderman

Photoshop

Job description

CG Generalist - Environment Intern, Disney Animation - Winter 2027, Burbank, CA

Job ID 10159681 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Walt Disney Animation Studios Date posted Oct. 16, 2026

Have you wondered how your skills and talents could translate into the world of animation? Our Internship Program dives into the craft, technology, and operations behind our animated films while developing your skills and connecting you to industry mentors. You'll learn what it means to be a part of a collaborative team and how your unique talents can grow within our studio. Find yourself immersed in hands‑on projects and learning guided by our artists, technologists, and production leaders. You can learn more about our filmmaking process here. (opens in new window)

• 18 years or older
• Enrolled in a post-high school educational program (Community College, College, University, Trade, Online School, or equivalent) and returning back to the program for at least one semester post internship.
• Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are February-April 2027. Interns must be fully available for the duration of a 12-week assignment.
• The Intern Program is based in our Burbank, California studios and will start in February 2027.

The CG Environment Internship

Location: Burbank, CA

Job Summary

As a CG Environment artist intern, you will be exposed to various departments within our environment pipeline. Within your internship program, you will be offered individualized mentorship as you explore the following disciplines:

• Modeling – Creating 3D models of natural terrain, vegetation, architecture, vehicles and props, using Maya as well as proprietary software for creating foliage (similar to SpeedTree).
• Look Development – CG Texturing/Surfacing both natural elements (foliage, sand, trees) and hard surfaces (buildings, furniture, vehicles).
• Environments – Procedural authoring in both modeling and look development

Key Qualifications

• Interest in CG Environment Departments such as Modeling and Look Development
• Working knowledge/understanding of CG software such as Maya, ZBrush, Houdini, StudioPaint, Painter, Renderman, or Photoshop
• Background in art, animation, or filmmaking a plus
• Familiar with Linux systems a plus

Deadline for applications

November 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.

$22.50 per hour. Sele ct benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits (opens in new window).

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

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