Remote 3D Art Intern — AAA Game Studio

Crystal Dynamics; San Carlos (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Professional development reimbursement

Hybrid on-site/off-site work

Company paid holidays

Additional paid time off during Dec

PTO accrual

Job summary

Crystal Dynamics is now accepting applications for a remote spring internship open to candidates across most U.S. states. This 12-week program runs Feb 1–Apr 23, 2027, with onboarding onsite in San Carlos, CA during the first week.

You will join a professional development environment with mentors and collaborative teams contributing to active AAA projects. Graduates of 2026 in Animation, Art, or related fields who can work full-time (40 hrs/week) during core hours and provide a resume, cover

Qualifications

• Graduated from a college program in 2026 (Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter).
• Degree in Animation, Art, Game Art, Technical Art, Game Design, Game Development, Engineering, or related fields.
• Availability to work full-time (40 hrs / week) during the program (Feb 1, 2027 – Apr 23, 2027), including first week onsite in San Carlos, CA.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Submission of a complete application with resume, cover letter, and portfolio link.

Responsibilities

• Acquire essential skills using industry-standard tools and software such as Unreal Engine, ZBrush, Blender, and Substance Painter/Designer.
• Participate in various aspects of the 3D art pipeline including modeling, sculpting, UVs, texturing, material creation, mesh optimization, and in-engine implementation.
• Assist with world building, set dressing, and environment creation within Unreal Engine.
• Support mid, senior, and lead artists by polishing existing assets and contributing to art production tasks.
• Enhance understanding of Unreal Engine 5 and advanced game development technology.

Skills

Unreal Engine

ZBrush

Blender

Substance Painter/Designer

Education

Animation/Art/Game Art/Technical Art/Engineering degree

Tools

Unreal Engine

ZBrush

Blender

Substance Painter/Designer

Job description

Crystal Dynamics is now accepting applications for a remote spring internship open to candidates across most U.S. states. This 12-week program runs Feb 1–Apr 23, 2027, with onboarding onsite in San Carlos, CA during the first week.

You will join a professional development environment with mentors and collaborative teams contributing to active AAA projects. Graduates of 2026 in Animation, Art, or related fields who can work full-time (40 hrs/week) during core hours and provide a resume, cover