VFX Intern: Real-Time Effects for AAA Games

Activision Blizzard Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Living stipend

In-person internship

Housing support

Job summary

Activision Blizzard Inc. invites talented students for Summer 2027 internships. Interns receive meaningful projects, in-person work, relocation options, and a living stipend to help with housing and costs.

The VFX Intern role focuses on real-time effects for Call of Duty visuals, collaborating with artists and engineers to create cinematic, optimized visuals using Maya/Max, Unreal/Unity, and in-game FX systems. A strong portfolio and a passion for game development are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a certificate, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program and graduating May 2027 - June 2028
• Available for a 12-week internship starting mid-May or mid-June
• US relocation capability or eligibility to relocate to the US
• Shows learning agility and ability to communicate problems and solutions
• Works well in a team and manages time effectively
• Has a passion for significantly impacting game development
• Submit resume and portfolio/reel

Responsibilities

• Create real-time VFX simulations using Maya, 3ds Max, or in-game editors
• Collaborate with artists and engineers to design dynamic, cinematic effects
• Balance artistry with performance across AAA pipelines
• Build a portfolio/reel showcasing real-time, photoreal visuals

Skills

Learning agility

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Passion for gaming

Education

Certificate/Associate/Bachelor/Master student

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Unreal Engine

Unity

Houdini

Photoshop

Job description

Activision Blizzard Inc. invites talented students for Summer 2027 internships. Interns receive meaningful projects, in-person work, relocation options, and a living stipend to help with housing and costs.

The VFX Intern role focuses on real-time effects for Call of Duty visuals, collaborating with artists and engineers to create cinematic, optimized visuals using Maya/Max, Unreal/Unity, and in-game FX systems. A strong portfolio and a passion for game development are essential.