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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for set design intern in Champaign, IL is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Set Design Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of tasks that support the design and construction of sets for theater, television, or film productions. Responsibilities often include assisting with drafting set plans, sourcing or organizing materials, creating scale models, and collaborating closely with set designers, carpenters, and production teams. You may also have opportunities to participate in creative brainstorming sessions and attend production meetings, gaining valuable insight into the workflow and challenges of real-world set design. This hands-on experience helps interns build essential skills and a professional portfolio to support future career growth in the field.

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To thrive as a Set Design Intern, you need a strong background in art, design principles, and spatial awareness, often supported by coursework in theater, architecture, or visual arts. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as basic model-making tools, is typically expected. Creativity, keen attention to detail, teamwork, and clear communication are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for translating creative concepts into functional, visually compelling sets that support the production’s vision and workflow.

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A Set Design Intern assists professional set designers in creating and building the visual environments for theater, film, television, or events. Their responsibilities often include researching design concepts, drafting drawings, sourcing materials, helping build and paint sets, and collaborating with other production departments. This role offers hands-on experience and a chance to learn about the creative and technical aspects of set design. Interns also gain exposure to industry standards and practices while building their portfolios.
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Computer Graphics Software Developer Intern

Computer Graphics Software Developer Intern

Brunswick

Champaign, IL

$23 - $26/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Are you ready for what's next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

Brunswick's BI-DesignLab (BIDL), a member of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Research Park is seeking a Computer Graphics Software Development intern.

In this role, you will work on various inter-disciplinary projects to create immersive simulations, UI/UX testing, and XR experiences. Along with developing pipelines and executing these projects using Unreal Engine along with other 3D software, you will also create various tools for the computer graphics and design team.At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

Due to the nature of the Lab, it is difficult to capture all the responsibilities and projects accurately. The following list is not exhaustive but alludes to the kinds of workflow that will be expected.

  • Use game engine tools and programming to simulate sensors, engines, and interfaces

  • Buildpipelines using game engine technology to generaterealistic boating environments/experiences for simulation & UI/UX testing

  • Help buildPython/C++scriptstoautomatesimulation/visualization processes.

  • Maintain and prototype VR, AR, game, and web experiences for product releases.

  • Build custom tools to assist the art and design team to improve the production process.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

  • To be considered for the internship, candidates must have permanent US Work authorization.We are unable to sponsor temporary work visas or accept CPT/OPT authorization for this role.

  • Current enrollment in a BS in a field related to Computer Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

  • Portfolio highlighting a variety of projects.

  • Experience workingwith Pythonand C++.

  • Experience working witha game engine.

  • Base level understanding of game development workflow and computer graphics.

  • Passion to explore new techniques in computer graphics and gameplay programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experiencescripting tools for real-timeengines.

  • Experience with other 3D development tools such as Blender, Maya, substance painter etc.

  • Knowledge of CG rendering techniques (Raytracing, Path-Tracing, etc.)

  • Prior project experience building a gameorVR/ARexperience.

  • Experience with Android Studio.

  • Capability and desire to work with the lab for 2-3 years as an intern (Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior year or equivalent time to graduation)

Working Conditions:

Learning Opportunities: Our internships are designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization's goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.

Hours: During summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours in person at the lab each week.Interns must work at least 8 hours in person at the lab each week during the fall and spring terms. You may work up to 20 hours maximum.

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As an intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

Responsibility: Interns at BI Design Lab are expected to manage their own schedules, set goals, and seek feedback for their professional development.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will depend on multiple factors including year in school, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, and business needs.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we're looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.

Next is Now!


We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.comfor support.

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Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.

Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies

Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.

All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.

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