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Epic Games

Gameplay Programmer Intern

Cary, NC · On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. ENGINEERING - GAMES ... art and design * Help debug, test, and fix bugs in gameplay systems * Learn to write clean ...

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Creative Ops Intern - Video

New York, NY

$26/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

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  • PTO

This content will span the full basketball culture universe, including fashion, music, art, gaming ... As an intern, you'll gain valuable experience assisting in all phases of production-from pre ...

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R&D Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

... art preparation, automation, testing, content development, feature implementation, and product ... Founded in 2016 by Games Industry veterans to provide accessible augmented and virtual reality ...

2K

Associate Creative Producer, Core

Los Angeles, CA

$90K - $120K/yr

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment ... key art to social media beats and performance marketing collateral. You will sit at the ...

2K

Associate Creative Producer, Core

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment ... key art to social media beats and performance marketing collateral. You will sit at the ...

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How much do game art intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for game art intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and tasks can a game art intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Game Art Intern, you can expect to contribute to a variety of creative tasks, such as creating concept art, designing game assets, assisting with character or environment modeling, and preparing textures. Interns often collaborate closely with senior artists, animators, and designers, receiving feedback and participating in team meetings. This hands-on experience offers valuable insight into the game development pipeline and helps interns develop a professional portfolio. The workload typically includes both individual assignments and group projects, helping you build practical skills while learning industry-standard tools and workflows.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a game art intern?

To thrive as a Game Art Intern, you need a solid understanding of fundamental art principles, proficiency in digital painting or 3D modeling, and a relevant portfolio, often supported by coursework in game art or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Maya, or Unity/Unreal Engine is typically required. Creativity, openness to feedback, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for success in collaborative game development environments. These skills ensure you can contribute high-quality assets, adapt to iterative workflows, and work effectively with designers and developers.

What does a game art intern do?

A Game Art Intern assists in creating visual assets for video games under the supervision of senior artists and art directors. Their tasks often include designing characters, environments, props, textures, and user interface elements. Interns may also help with asset optimization, implementing art into game engines, and collaborating with other departments like design and programming. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and insight into the game development pipeline, making it a great stepping stone for aspiring game artists.
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Infographic showing various Game Art Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Gameplay Programmer Intern

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

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WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
ENGINEERING - GAMES
What We Do
Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts. We're always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
GAMEPLAY PROGRAMMER INTERN
What You'll Do
We are taking LEGO Fortnite to the next level with continuous live improvements and additions. As a Gameplay Programmer Intern, you will contribute to the development of core gameplay features for our updates and get hands-on experience working alongside other programmers, designers, and artists.
In this role, you will
  • Assist in prototyping and implementing gameplay features in collaboration with art and design
  • Help debug, test, and fix bugs in gameplay systems
  • Learn to write clean, maintainable C++ code in Unreal Engine
  • Participate in team discussions, offering ideas and feedback
What we're looking for
  • Strong C++ knowledge
  • Interest in gameplay programming
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Passion for learning things and delivering results
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate within a team
  • The ability to react and respond effectively to constructive feedback

This internship has a flexible start date in 2027. Recruitment will be ongoing until teams find an ideal match. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the posting location for the duration of the internship. For more information about Epic's Early Career Program, visit epicgames.com/earlycareers. This is going to be Epic!
ABOUT US
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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