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DePaul

Adjunct Faculty in Game Programming

Chicago, IL · On-site

Part-time teaching positions are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions ... Gameplay programmers bring their technical understanding of game internals to the problem of ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Game Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a Senior Game Networking Engineer to join the team working on ... KOMODO Special Holidays ( 5-business day Summer holiday, 7 business Winter holiday, 1-day Birthday ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Game Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$117K - $161K/yr

The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a Senior Game Networking Engineer to join the team working on ... KOMODO Special Holidays ( 5-business day Summer holiday, 7 business Winter holiday, 1-day Birthday ...

Town of Lexington

Volunteer

Lexington, MA · On-site

Summer camps: Engage with campers and their activates (sports & games, arts & crafts, team building ... Volunteer as a coach, referee, or scorekeeper. Therapeutic Recreation: Volunteers with Therapeutic ...

Town of Lexington

Volunteer

Lexington, MA

Summer camps: Engage with campers and their activates (sports & games, arts & crafts, team building ... Volunteer as a coach, referee, or scorekeeper. Therapeutic Recreation: Volunteers with Therapeutic ...

ChopArt

Summer Camp Intern-Volunteer Programming

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

We provide a minimum of 6 weeks of art programming for 27,000 homeless teens all around the world ... Selected interns will work alongside the Summer Program Advisory Board Member (Volunteerism) and ...

CD Project

Senior Engineer, Gameplay

Warsaw, IN · On-site

Explore our social media and check out ourYouTube channel andBeyond the Game Blog where we share ... RED Summer Camp for Kids - a fun summer program for children aged 5-12, majoritively paid by the ...

CD Project

Senior Engineer, Gameplay

Boston, MA · On-site

Explore our social media and check out ourYouTube channel andBeyond the Game Blog where we share ... RED Summer Camp for Kids -- a fun summer program for children aged 5-12, majoritively paid by the ...

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers * Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity ...

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site +1

Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers * Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer volunteer game developer in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer volunteer game developer?

Summer Volunteer Game Developers are individuals who contribute their skills to game development projects during the summer, typically without monetary compensation. They often work with non-profit organizations, educational programs, or indie teams to gain experience, build portfolios, and support meaningful projects. These roles can include programming, art, design, or testing, and provide valuable hands-on experience in the game development industry. Volunteering as a game developer can be a great way to network, learn new tools, and collaborate with others passionate about games.

What types of projects and team structures can a summer volunteer game developer expect to work on?

As a Summer Volunteer Game Developer, you will typically join small, collaborative teams focused on short-term projects like mini-games, prototypes, or updates to existing titles. The work environment is often fast-paced and creative, with team members taking on multiple roles such as coding, design, and testing. You'll have the chance to participate in brainstorming sessions, contribute ideas, and learn from more experienced developers. This role offers valuable exposure to the full game development cycle, making it a great opportunity to build your portfolio and gain hands-on experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer volunteer game developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Volunteer Game Developer, you generally need a solid grasp of programming fundamentals, basic game design principles, and familiarity with relevant software tools, often supported by coursework or personal projects. Knowledge of game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems like Git, and possibly exposure to languages like C# or C++ is typical. Creativity, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills help volunteers contribute effectively and adapt to dynamic project needs. These skills and qualities are essential for creating enjoyable games, collaborating with team members, and delivering successful outcomes within a limited timeframe.
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Infographic showing various Summer Volunteer Game Developer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 37% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Software Engineer, Gameplay Combat - Unannounced Game

Irvine, CA • On-site, Remote

Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 1 - 5K employees
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$38.08 - $70.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Blizzard Entertainment rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Unannounced ProjectJob Title:Software Engineer, Gameplay Combat - Unannounced GameRequisition ID:R028084Job Description:

At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations, only made possible by building a work environment that cultivates the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people.

We are looking for a Gameplay Engineer, Combat to help create the next generation of gameplay experiences in an unannounced title. You will be responsible for developing combat experiences, character behaviors, navigation systems, and gameplay technologies that make combat gameplay fun. Alongside a talented team of engineers, designers and artists, you will build the foundations that power engaging, responsive, and immersive gameplay.

This role offers a hybrid work week, with a mix of work-from-home and on-site days, based out of our Irvine, CA location.

This role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain combat systems supporting interactions between players and NPCs, with a strong emphasis on performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Partner with encounter, character, and system designers to transform gameplay goals into robust technical solutions.
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, animators, and gameplay engineers to implement polished combat experiences.
  • Identify performance bottlenecks, technical risks, and implementation challenges while proposing practical solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary and technical partners to diagnose issues and drive fixes to resolution.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in gameplay engineering or a combination of applicable training and related experience.
  • Contributions on action focused combat systems, NPC AI, navigation, or gameplay features on at least one shipped title.
  • Strong C++ programming skills, including performance analysis and optimization.
  • Experience delivering high-quality features as part of a cross-functional team including designers, artists, animators, level designers, FX artists, etc.

Bonus Points

  • Experience working with Unreal Engine
  • Experience and interest in character animation, navigation, combat or gameplay mechanics
  • Experience and interest in combat gameplay
  • Console development experience

Your Platform

At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we've been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. We're on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences...ever. Hard work, iteration, and polish go into the Blizzard "secret recipe," but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us.

Our World

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being for Every World - we've got our employees covered.

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 $38.08 - $70.44 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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Blizzard Entertainment is a globally recognized leader in the Digital Gaming industry, renowned for creating some of the world's most popular video games such as "World of Warcraft," "Overwatch," and "Diablo." The company was founded in 1991 and is currently based in Irvine, California, USA. Aside from creating engaging video games, Blizzard Entertainment also develops and supports a wide range of software products within the realm of entertainment. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality, an element that can be recognized in its vast array of legendary games. Notably, its creation, World of Warcraft, remains one of the highest-grossing video games of all time.

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Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

Year founded

1991

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