Internship Motion Capture Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

An Internship Motion Capture job involves assisting in the process of capturing and processing motion data for animation, gaming, or film production. Interns typically help with setting up motion capture equipment, calibrating cameras, managing data, and assisting actors during capture sessions. They may also work with software to clean and process motion data for integration into 3D animation. This internship provides hands-on experience in both technical and creative aspects of motion capture technology.

As a motion capture intern, your day may involve setting up and calibrating mocap equipment, assisting with sensor placement on actors, and capturing movement sessions under the supervision of senior technicians. You’ll often work closely with animation, engineering, and production teams to ensure accurate data recording, as well as troubleshoot hardware or software issues as they arise. In addition to hands-on technical tasks, you may help with organizing data files, preparing scenes for export, or participating in departmental meetings. This collaborative environment offers you valuable exposure to the entire mocap pipeline and opportunities to learn directly from experienced professionals.

To thrive as an Internship Motion Capture candidate, you need a foundational understanding of animation principles, computer graphics, and basic knowledge of human anatomy, often gained through coursework in animation, computer science, or a related field. Experience with motion capture systems like Vicon or OptiTrack, as well as familiarity with software such as MotionBuilder and Maya, is highly advantageous. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to take direction are crucial soft skills in this collaborative environment. These qualifications ensure you can effectively support motion capture sessions, process data, and contribute meaningfully to projects in a fast-paced production setting.