About the role#
As a Game Systems Engineering Intern, you will join a team to work on a shipping title. You will partner across teams to develop game systems and features, with a mentor to guide your work. This role involves implementing new features and refining existing ones to contribute to a live project. You will manage multiple tasks against competing deadlines.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with team members to build game systems and features.
- Implement and refine code for a shipping title.
- Work alongside a mentor to gain hands-on experience.
- Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an associate, bachelor, or master degree program in Computer Science or a related field.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Proficiency in a programming language, preferably C++.
- Ability to participate in a 12-week internship starting in mid-May or mid-June 2027.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a clear, organized approach to tasks.
- Ability to communicate problems, solutions, and priorities effectively.
- Eagerness to collaborate and innovate on game code.
- Proven game programming experience is a plus.
- Ability to work well with others and contribute to team goals.
- Currently residing in the US or open to relocating.
- A resume is required for your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Middleton, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Activision Blizzard
Activision Blizzard operates as an interactive entertainment company with a presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. The organization maintains a gaming network that reaches users across 196 countries. Its portfolio includes franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Candy Crush. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Santa Monica, California.
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