About the role#
Join the Gameplay Programming team at Insomniac Games to gain hands-on experience developing features that bring video games to life. You will work alongside experienced programmers to create and refine systems that shape how players interact with the game. Throughout this 12-week internship, you will receive mentorship from senior team members to strengthen your technical skills and learn professional development workflows.
What you'll do#
- Develop and improve gameplay features using C++.
- Contribute to systems involving controls, cameras, characters, breakables, and interactive objects.
- Support the development of enemy behaviors, player abilities, and other gameplay mechanics.
- Work on platform features, trophies, and visual effects.
- Investigate, track, and fix bugs to improve gameplay functionality.
- Collaborate with the team to explore technical solutions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a BS or BSE in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
- Students majoring in Physics or Mathematics with computer programming experience are also eligible.
- Ability to program in C++.
- Strong interest in gameplay programming and solving technical challenges.
- Creative, self-motivated, and responsible approach to your work.
- Passion for video games and programming.
- Six to twelve months of related experience or training is beneficial.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: Burbank, California, or remote within the United States.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12-week duration).
- Availability: Must be available from May 17 to August 6 or June 14 to September 3.
- Compensation: Paid internship with an hourly rate between $41.50 and $50 USD.
- Status: Full-time.
About Insomniac Games
Insomniac Games is a video game developer founded in 1994. The company creates titles for various platforms and has sold over 70 million units. Its portfolio includes franchises such as Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet and Clank, and Marvel's Spider-Man. The business maintains studios in Burbank, California, and Durham, North Carolina, with a staff size between 201 and 500 people.
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