Gameplay Animation Intern – Undergraduate (12-Week)

Insomniac Games; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Insomniac Games seeks an Animation Intern (Gameplay) for undergraduate students in the United States, based in Burbank, CA. You will work with seasoned animators to craft in‑game character, prop, and cinematic animations, contributing to major game production projects during a 12‑week internship.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Animation, have introductory 3D animation experience, drawing skills, and familiarity with Maya.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer, Traditional, or Experimental Animation; may consider Art/Illustration/Graphic Design with animation experience.
• Introductory 3D animation experience is preferred.
• Must be an undergraduate student graduating between May 2026 and December 2029.

Responsibilities

• Create a variety of animations for in-game characters, props, and cinematics.
• Support the animation team with assigned tasks including animation development and bug fixing.
• Learn and apply new animation techniques and tools to bring characters to life.
• Collaborate with experienced animators and content creators to develop and refine animation work.
• Gain hands-on experience with animation workflows and game production during the internship.

Skills

3D animation experience

Drawing skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation (pursuing)

Tools

Maya

Job description

Insomniac Games seeks an Animation Intern (Gameplay) for undergraduate students in the United States, based in Burbank, CA. You will work with seasoned animators to craft in‑game character, prop, and cinematic animations, contributing to major game production projects during a 12‑week internship.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Animation, have introductory 3D animation experience, drawing skills, and familiarity with Maya.