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Epic Games

Level Design Intern

Cary, NC · On-site

LEVEL DESIGN INTERN What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Level Design intern to work with our gameplay team on an unannounced project in the Fortnite ecosystem. In this role, you'll be embedded ...

Jam City

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA

$90K - $110K/yr

We are looking for a Level Design Artist to create Hidden Object scenes on a brand new game at the Jam City Narrative Game division. Your role is to contribute to the game team by assembling together ...

Socket.dev

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

We are looking for a Level Design Artist to create Hidden Object scenes on a brand new game at the Jam City Narrative Game division. Your role is to contribute to the game team by assembling together ...

Jam City Inc

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

We are looking for a Level Design Artist to create Hidden Object scenes on a brand new game at the Jam City Narrative Game division. Your role is to contribute to the game team by assembling together ...

Jam City

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

We are looking for a Level Design Artist to create Hidden Object scenes on a brand new game at the Jam City Narrative Game division. Your role is to contribute to the game team by assembling together ...

Jam City

Level Design Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

We are looking for a Level Design Artist to create Hidden Object scenes on a brand new game at the Jam City Narrative Game division. Your role is to contribute to the game team by assembling together ...

Spellbrush

Level Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$128K/yr

What you will do Use our in-house level design tools in Unity to create fun tactics missions. Design enemies, terrain effects, and mission objectives for your missions. Playtest your missions and ...

Spellbrush

Level Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$128K/yr

What you will do Use our in-house level design tools in Unity to create fun tactics missions. Design enemies, terrain effects, and mission objectives for your missions. Playtest your missions and ...

LJB, Inc.

Mid-level Civil Design Engineer

Independence, OH · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Mid-Level Design Engineer position in Cleveland, Ohio . The successful candidate will possess a can-do attitude, have a passion for and take ...

LJB, Inc.

Mid-level Civil Design Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Mid-Level Design Engineer position in Raleigh, North Carolina . The successful candidate will possess a can-do attitude, have a passion for ...

LJB, Inc.

Mid-level Civil Design Engineer

Miamisburg, OH · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Mid-Level Design Engineer position in Dayton, Ohio . The successful candidate will possess a can-do attitude, have a passion for and take ...

LJB, Inc.

Mid-level Civil Design Engineer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Mid-Level Design Engineer position in Dallas, Texas . The successful candidate will possess a can-do attitude, have a passion for and take ...

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How much do level design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for level design in the United States is $114,491.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Level Design vs Environment Artist?

AspectLevel DesignEnvironment Artist
Primary FocusCreating gameplay layouts, flow, and player experience within levelsDesigning and creating visual environments and assets for levels
Skills & ToolsLevel scripting, game mechanics, level editors (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity)3D modeling, texturing, environment art tools (e.g., Maya, Blender)
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, level design departmentsArt departments, environment art teams
Industry UsageUsed in game design to shape gameplay experienceUsed to create immersive visual worlds

While both roles contribute to the game's environment, Level Designers focus on gameplay flow and level structure, whereas Environment Artists concentrate on visual aesthetics and environment creation. Both collaborate closely to produce engaging and visually appealing game levels.

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Infographic showing various Level Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,491 per year, or $55 per hour.

Level Design Intern

Cary, NC • On-site

Epic Games
PC Games • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Epic Gamesexternal

Internship

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

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.
DESIGN
What We Do
Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.
LEVEL DESIGN INTERN
What You'll Do
Epic Games is looking for a Level Design intern to work with our gameplay team on an unannounced project in the Fortnite ecosystem. In this role, you'll be embedded with the gameplay team, helping to craft gameplay spaces that delight players with fresh experiences. As an intern, you will work closely with the Level Design team here at Epic, and be a part of a cross-discipline development team that owns the vision and drives to create innovative content which expands the Fortnite universe.
In this role, you will
  • Work closely with level designers and environment artists to learn what makes successful landmarks and POIs
  • Work in the Unreal Engine using modular kits to design visually appealing and fun locations that follow gameplay rules
  • Assist other designers by helping improve existing landmarks and POIs
  • Attend playtests, provide feedback, and identify practical solutions to problems
What we're looking for
  • Unreal Engine experience is required
  • Direct involvement with prop placement, lighting, mood/atmosphere and design markup
  • Passion for games with a wide breadth of game knowledge
  • Strong interest in BR and multiplayer games with an understanding of what makes them work
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to take feedback and direction on assigned tasks
  • Fast learner who meets deadlines

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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