About the role#
We are looking for a UI Engineering Intern to join our team as we develop seasonal content for our core Battle Royale game modes. You will work with art and design teams to build player-facing features that ship as part of our seasonal cycle. This role focuses on building systems for our player base while gaining experience in the live-service development process.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the design and implementation of new and existing in-game UI.
- Manage UI intersections with gameplay features and services.
- Optimize and fix bugs in new and existing systems.
- Write and document maintainable code with extensibility in mind.
- Build relationships with Art, Design, QA, Production, and Gameplay teams.
- Collaborate with peers and support the success of others.
What you'll need#
- Strong C++ programming skills.
- Experience with Unreal Engine, UMG, and MVVM.
- Enthusiasm for games and interactive entertainment.
- Interest in design and implementation principles.
- Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully in a remote, cross-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to delivering quality work with a solutions-focused approach.
- Willingness to explore and learn unfamiliar systems.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Cary, North Carolina (Remote).
- Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling start dates in 2027.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Epic Games
Epic Games operates as an interactive entertainment company and 3D engine technology provider. It manages the game Fortnite and develops Unreal Engine for use in film, architecture, automotive, and simulation sectors. The company maintains an ecosystem for developers through the Epic Games Store and Epic Online Services. Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, the organization employs over 11,000 people across more than 40 global offices.
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