Detroit, MI · On-site
This is not a traditional internship. Youll work directly alongside experienced automotive HMI ... Unity or 3D visualization tools * Motion graphics or animation * Blender, 3ds Max, or other 3D ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
This is not a traditional internship. Youll work directly alongside experienced automotive HMI ... Unity or 3D visualization tools * Motion graphics or animation * Blender, 3ds Max, or other 3D ...
$9.64 - $11.10
2% of jobs
$11.10 - $12.57
4% of jobs
$14.04 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$12.57 - $14.04
19% of jobs
$14.04 - $15.50
24% of jobs
The median wage is $15.60 / hr.
$15.50 - $16.97
17% of jobs
$17.85 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.97 - $18.44
16% of jobs
$18.44 - $19.90
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$24.30 - $25.77
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A 3D Animation Internship is a temporary position designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in creating 3D animations for films, games, advertisements, or other media. Interns typically assist with modeling, texturing, rigging, animating, and rendering under the guidance of experienced professionals. They may also help refine animations, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with teams. This internship helps build industry skills, expand portfolios, and create networking opportunities.
As a 3D Animation Intern, you’ll typically assist in creating animations, modeling 3D assets, and supporting the animation team throughout different stages of production. Your tasks may include preparing storyboards, rigging characters, refining animation cycles, or helping with texture and lighting adjustments. Expect to participate in team meetings, receive regular feedback on your work, and collaborate closely with senior animators, artists, and designers. This hands-on experience is designed to help you build your portfolio, develop your technical abilities, and gain valuable insight into professional animation workflows.
To thrive as a 3D Animation Intern, you generally need foundational skills in animation principles, 3D modeling, and a relevant academic background in animation, art, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Cinema 4D, and a strong portfolio showcasing your animation work, are often required. Creativity, a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate within a team environment are valuable soft skills. These skills and qualities are crucial to producing high-quality animations and adapting quickly within a fast-paced, creative industry.
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About Ottawa Infotainment
At Ottawa Infotainment, were building the next generation of intelligent vehicle platforms: rethinking the digital cockpit through high-performance compute, embedded software, safety-critical systems, and AI-driven experiences.
Our core platform, DragonFire OS, enables automakers to create customizable, software-defined cockpit experiences across a wide range of vehicles, from electric motorcycles to autonomous commercial fleets. From our Global HQ in Ottawa to our Detroit office inside Newlab at Michigan Central, we are engineering the future of mobility.
The Opportunity
Were looking for a UI/UX Design Intern to join our Product & UI/UX team at our Detroit office inside Newlab at Michigan Central.
This is not a traditional internship. Youll work directly alongside experienced automotive HMI designers and engineers contributing to real production vehicle programs, concept platforms, and next-generation cockpit experiences.
Youll help shape digital interfaces that may ultimately appear in production vehicles and major technology showcases, including CES 2027.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about mobility, interaction design, visual storytelling, and the future of software-defined vehicles.
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