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Student Game Developer (Student Position)

Big Rapids, MI

Ferris State University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees

$14 - $14.49/hr

Full-time

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Ferris State University rating

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

Student Game Developer (Student Position)

Apply now Job no: 498110
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Student Game Developer (Student Position)   Location: Grand Rapids, MI   Department:

College of Pharmacy

  Advertised Salary: $14.00-$14.49   Summary of Position: Seeking motivated student developers to join an interdisciplinary team creating a web-based educational video game. The game will teach players about antibiotics, vaccines, and their role in defending the body against harmful pathogens through engaging gameplay and interactive learning experiences   Position Type: Student   Position Requirements:

Current student at Ferris State University
Demonstrate skills in game design principles and game development
Experience creating 2D art and/or animation for video games
Proficiency using the Godot game engine
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Git or other version control systems
Experience developing web-based games
Familiarity with user interface (UI) design and user experience (UX) principles
Portfolio demonstrating completed game projects, artwork, or animations

Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of managing assigned tasks independently
Availability to work 20-24 hours per week throughout the project (through Fall 2027)

  Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Collaborate with faculty and student team members to design and develop gameplay systems.
Develop game features and mechanics using the Godot game engine.
Create and implement 2D artwork, animations, and user interface elements.
Participate in game design discussions, prototyping, testing, and iteration.
Debug, optimize, and maintain project code and assets.
Attend regular team meetings and communicate project progress effectively.
Contribute ideas and feedback to improve the overall player experience and educational value of the game.   Number of Positions Available: 1   Documents Needed to Apply: Resume   Job Close Date: December 31, 2026   EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.  

Advertised: 13 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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