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Stryker

R&D Intern

Fremont, CA · On-site

$35/hr

Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... intern at Stryker, you will be placed in one of the following teams: Research & Development New ...

Stryker

$35/hr

... Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... intern at Stryker, you will be placed in one of the following teams: Research & Development New ...

Stryker

R&D Intern

Fremont, CA · On-site

$35/hr

... Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... intern at Stryker, you will be placed in one of the following teams: Research & Development New ...

Stryker

R&D Intern

Fremont, CA

$35/hr

... Game changers. Persistent interns who will stop at nothing to live out Stryker's mission to make ... intern at Stryker, you will be placed in one of the following teams: Research & Development New ...

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How much do game development intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for game development 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 does a game development intern do?

A Game Development Intern assists with various aspects of creating video games, such as programming, designing graphics, testing gameplay, and debugging. Interns work under the guidance of experienced developers to learn the game development process and contribute to real projects. They may help create game assets, write code, or test for bugs, gaining hands-on experience in the industry. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build skills and start a career in game development.

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

As a Game Development Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of tasks that support the production of video games, such as prototyping gameplay mechanics, creating and debugging scripts, documenting features, and assisting in playtesting. Interns often collaborate closely with designers, artists, and programmers to implement features or fix bugs within game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine. You'll also gain experience in agile development environments, participate in team meetings, and receive mentorship from experienced developers, all of which provide valuable learning and networking opportunities for future career growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game development intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Development Intern, you need a foundational understanding of programming (often in C++ or C#), basic game design principles, and coursework or projects related to computer science or interactive media. Familiarity with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine and version control systems like Git is typically expected. Creativity, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills help you contribute effectively and adapt in a collaborative environment. These skills are crucial for learning quickly, supporting the development team, and creating engaging, well-functioning games.

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Infographic showing various Game Development Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Activision US 2027 Summer Internships - Production

Woodland Hills, UT • On-site

Activision Blizzard, Inc.
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 5 - 10K employees
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$20 - $50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Job Title:Activision US 2027 Summer Internships - ProductionRequisition ID:R028015Job Description:

Activision is looking for talented and innovative students to join our teams for summer 2027. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We'll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to.

All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to subsidize housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.

Program Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a certificate, associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree program and graduating December 2027 - June 2028

  • Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in mid-May or mid-June

  • Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US

  • Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts

  • Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner

  • Works well with others and contributes to team tasks

  • Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities

  • Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively

  • A passion for significantly impacting game development

  • Applicants must apply with a resume

Internship Opportunities

Development QA Intern:

The Studio Development QA team isn't the typical QA you hear and learn about. The Dev QA team works closely with all parts of the game development process (embedded to the departments), helping the Directors, Design team, Engineers, Artists, and production team with testing their work and/or assist in what they need, and help facilitate the daily playtests and managing the playtest "bullpen." The Development QA Intern will learn everything there is about Functional QA Testing and into embedded QA tasks. Playtests are the backbone of our development process, so the Intern will be a big part of this process.

Requirements:

  • Experience with software, tools, and platforms like Jira, Miro, and Confluence.

  • Experience with Microsoft office suite like outlook, word, excel, power point.

  • Experience with communication tools such as Slack or Discord.

  • Passion for Game development

  • Any prior playtesting experience is a plus

Hosting Locations: Infinity Ward (Woodland Hills, CA)

Game Production Intern:

The Game Production Intern will help facilitate and manage the guidance and direction of a major game title. This role will focus on the production aspect of implementing new features into a major game title.

Requirements:

  • Experience with project management, scheduling, and timeline creation.

  • Experience with software, tools, and platforms such as Jira, Excel, Miro, and Confluence.

  • Experience with the software development lifecycle.

  • Interest in learning how to coordinate work across multiple teams and help drive features from concept to completion.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and contribute to feature development efforts.

  • Ability to work closely with Quality Assurance (QA), including supporting test planning, bug triage, validation, and gameplay testing efforts.

  • Strong interest in video game development and familiarity with modern game genres, systems, and player experiences.

  • Passion for games and a desire to learn how features are developed, shipped, and supported in a live production environment

Hosting Locations: Infinity Ward (Woodland Hills, CA)

Tech Production Intern:

The Tech Production Team facilitates and manages the guidance and direction of internal projects. This role will focus on the stuff "under the hood". When the tools, processes, and infrastructure used to build out our games need to be created, updated, or maintained, this is the team that does that, and the Production Intern will help drive those projects.

Requirements:

  • Experience with project management scheduling and timeline creation.

  • Experience with software, tools, and platforms like Jira, Excel, Miro, and Confluence.

  • Experience with engineering tools and methods (GitHub, unit testing, continuous integration, etc.)

Hosting Locations: Central Technology (Sherman Oaks, CA)

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We're driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our "press start" is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We're not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we're forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We're in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater - this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $20.00 - $50.00 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

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Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Monica, CA, US

Year founded

2008

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