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Strong National Museum

Archives Intern

Rochester, NY · On-site

$20/hr

The intern will also digitize 15 VHS cassettes of video game event coverage such as the Gaming Summit, E3 conference, Computer Gaming World Awards, and more. The intern will perform an initial ...

Nba

Creative Ops Intern - Video

New York, NY

$26/hr

This content will span the full basketball culture universe, including fashion, music, art, gaming ... video game. Position The Creative Ops Intern plays a hands-on, behind-the-scenes role in supporting ...

Milwaukee Bucks, LLC.

Video Intern

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$15/hr

The Video Production Intern is an important part of the video production staff that will assist with all aspects of our game day and non-game day productions. This intern will log and edit videos ...

Mercer University

Video Production Intern

Macon, GA

$15/hr

Video Production Intern Who We Are: Mercer's Office of Marketing Communications has overall ... Homecoming, select football games, Founders' Day, Commencement, and more. You will also be ...

Mercer University

Video Production Intern

Macon, GA · On-site

$15/hr

Video Production Intern Who We Are: Mercer's Office of Marketing Communications has overall ... Homecoming, select football games, Founders' Day, Commencement, and more. You will also be ...

Ball Arena

Intern, Denver Nuggets Video

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Denver Nuggets Video Intern Department: Mile High Studios Business Unit: KSE Location: Denver, CO ... Available to work game nights. Strong creativity, excellent communication skills, willingness to ...

Player 15 Group

Intern, Video Content

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

We are seeking a motivated Video Content Intern to join our team. This is a part-time/seasonal ... Working games will not be a part of this position. * Learn how it is to work for a sports franchise ...

Omniscient

Video Marketing Intern

New York, NY · On-site +1

$16.50 - $22/hr

... the game. If you're looking for a role where you'll tackle challenging problems, work with ... About the Role We're looking for a Video Marketing Intern to help us turn our ideas and expertise ...

Xsolla

AI-First Engineering Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring ... Who You'll Work With You won't be isolated on an intern-only project island. You'll work closely ...

Xsolla

AI-First Engineering Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring ... Who You'll Work With You won't be isolated on an intern-only project island. You'll work closely ...

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How much do video game intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for video game intern in the United States is $14.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a video game intern do?

A Video Game Intern assists professional game developers with various tasks involved in creating video games, such as testing games for bugs, helping with game design, creating digital assets, or supporting programming efforts. Interns get hands-on experience in the game development process and often work as part of a larger team. Their responsibilities can vary depending on the studio and the specific department, but the role is designed to help them learn industry skills and prepare for a career in game development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a video game intern?

To thrive as a Video Game Intern, you generally need a basic understanding of game design, programming, or digital art, often demonstrated through coursework or a portfolio. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or Adobe Creative Suite is typically expected. Creativity, teamwork, and strong communication skills help interns contribute effectively and learn from experienced professionals. These skills and qualities are crucial for adapting to fast-paced development environments and building a foundation for a successful gaming career.

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

As a Video Game Intern, you may be involved in a variety of projects depending on your skills and the studio's needs. Common tasks include assisting with game testing and quality assurance, supporting designers with level design or asset creation, and helping programmers with debugging or simple coding tasks. You may also have opportunities to collaborate with artists, writers, or audio teams, gaining exposure to multiple aspects of game development. Interns are often encouraged to contribute ideas and learn through hands-on experience, making it a great way to build a portfolio and network within the industry.
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Archives Intern

Strong National Museum

Rochester, NY • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

The Strong seeks a current graduate or undergraduate student intern to process, arrange, and describe the Michael Shorrock papers and digitize VHS cassettes from the 1UP collection. The intern will gain a better understanding of professional archival work, through hands-on experience in archival processing, preservation techniques, and familiarization with archival management software. There is a paid stipend associated with this internship, made possible through a grant from the Rochester Regional Library Council.

The archival processing intern will process 3.0 linear feet of audiovisual materials, game design documentation, and artwork of Michael Shorrock, a video game producer and executive who has worked at Broderbund Software, Sega of America, Leap Frog, Sony Computer Entertainment America. Shorrock also ran Interactive Game Studios for IGT and currently consults on game development and educational technology. The intern will also digitize 15 VHS cassettes of video game event coverage such as the Gaming Summit, E3 conference, Computer Gaming World Awards, and more. The intern will perform an initial inventory of the Michael Shorrock papers; create a processing plan; physically arrange and re-house materials; perform preservation tasks; and describe the collection using ArchivesSpace. The intern will digitize, create metadata, and upload the 15 cassettes to Preservica.

Requirements:

  • Candidate must be enrolled in an accredited university graduate or undergraduate program and in an associated internship/practicum and must receive college credit for this internship. This intern must fully adhere to all requirements for credit-bearing internships, including specific procedures which may be required by the intern’s college/university.
  • Candidate must work well in a team setting, be reliable, flexible, organized, and self-motivated.
  • Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Candidate must consent to a criminal background check and a drug screen.

Recommended skills:

  • Familiarity with basic archival theory.
  • Demonstrated interest in archives, public history, or museum studies.
  • Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
  • Prior experience with archival processing.

Pre-Internship Requirements:

Must consent to and pass a drug screen and criminal background check as conditions of the internship.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Strong is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of The Strong to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to gender, sexual preference, age, race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or marital status. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, advancement, compensation, benefits, layoff, recall, transfer, and termination.