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Volunteer Game Developer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

PD Instore

3D Design Intern

Minneapolis, MN

$20 - $24/hr

Collaborate with designers, strategists, engineers, and account teams to support project execution ... Interest in retail, branded environments, experiential design, fashion, gaming, digital culture, or ...

CHOICE

Day Program Support Staff

Hopkins, MN · On-site

$42K - $49K/yr

... programming, and meaningful community partnerships, creating spaces where every person is valued ... games, and much more. -Employment Support: Provide job coaching, individualized training, and ...

Choice

Day Program Support Staff

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

... programming, and meaningful community partnerships, creating spaces where every person is valued ... games, and much more. -Employment Support: Provide job coaching, individualized training, and ...

Choice, Inc

Day Program Support Staff

Minnetonka, MN

$20 - $21/hr

... programming, and meaningful community partnerships, creating spaces where every person is valued ... games, and much more. -Employment Support: Provide job coaching, individualized training, and ...

Lakeville Area Schools

Kid Zone Assistant-Float

Lakeville, MN · On-site

$18.68 - $22.46/hr

Make a lasting impact on students while having fun with activities like arts and crafts, gym games ... All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low ...

Choice, Inc

Day Program Support Staff

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

... programming, and meaningful community partnerships, creating spaces where every person is valued ... games, and much more. -Employment Support: Provide job coaching, individualized training, and ...

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How much do volunteer game developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer game developer in Minnesota is $18.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $19.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kinds of projects or tasks will I typically work on as a volunteer game developer?

As a Volunteer Game Developer, you may contribute to a variety of tasks such as gameplay programming, level design, creating game assets, debugging, or writing scripts depending on the project's needs and your skills. Often, you'll collaborate with other volunteers, including artists, designers, writers, and sound engineers, to bring creative ideas to life. Projects may range from developing small educational games for nonprofits to assisting on larger indie titles or community projects. This role provides hands-on experience, a chance to expand your portfolio, and opportunities to learn new tools and technologies in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

What is a volunteer game developer?

A Volunteer Game Developer is someone who contributes their time and skills to a game development project without monetary compensation. These roles are typically found in indie teams, non-profits, or educational settings where developers collaborate to create games for experience, passion, or portfolio building. Volunteers may work on programming, art, design, audio, or other aspects of game development. This experience can help developers improve their skills, expand their network, and potentially lead to paid opportunities in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer game developer?

To thrive as a Volunteer Game Developer, you typically need strong programming skills (such as proficiency in C#, C++, or Python), a grasp of game design principles, and possibly a related degree or coursework. Familiarity with game development engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems like Git, and an understanding of graphic or audio editing tools can be valuable assets. Effective communication, teamwork, creativity, and adaptability are crucial soft skills in this collaborative and dynamic field. These skills and qualities enable you to contribute meaningfully to projects, work well within a team, and adapt to the evolving needs of game development initiatives.

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3D Design Intern

PD Instore

Minneapolis, MN

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

MISSION

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary

The 3D Design Intern is an emerging creative contributor who supports the development of retail environments, displays, branded experiences, and visual concepts that align with PD’s clients and creative direction. Working under the guidance of the Creative Director and design team, this role offers hands-on exposure to the creative process from concept development through execution.

This internship is ideal for a current student, recent graduate, or early-career designer with strong creative instincts, curiosity around emerging technologies and AI-assisted workflows, and an interest in retail, spatial, and experiential design.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • Support the design team in developing thoughtful, brand-right retail displays, environments, and visual concepts
  • Assist in creating presentation materials, renderings, mockups, and visual storytelling assets
  • Contribute ideas and references during concept development and creative reviews
  • Collaborate with designers, strategists, engineers, and account teams to support project execution
  • Explore modular and scalable design solutions that balance creativity with manufacturability
  • Participate in brainstorming, sketching, digital visualization, and production preparation
  • Help organize and prepare files, decks, and assets for internal reviews and client presentations
  • Stay curious about emerging creative tools, AI-assisted workflows, digital culture, and evolving design trends
  • Support multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
  • Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

  • Strong creative instincts with interest in retail, brand, spatial, or experiential design
  • Familiarity with 3D design tools such as Blender, SketchUp, Rhino, 3ds Max, KeyShot, or related software
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
  • Interest in digital culture, internet-native visual communication, and emerging creative technologies
  • AI-curious mindset with interest in using creative AI tools as part of concept development and workflow exploration
  • Experience with digital sketching tools such as Procreate or Adobe Fresco preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to take direction, interpret feedback, and learn quickly
  • Organized, adaptable, and eager to contribute in a team environment
  • Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
  • Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
  • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Design, Environmental Design, Interactive Design, Architecture, or a related creative field

Experience

  • Portfolio, coursework, freelance work, or personal creative projects demonstrating strong visual thinking and creative potential preferred
  • Interest in retail, branded environments, experiential design, fashion, gaming, digital culture, or contemporary visual communication is a plus
  • Exposure to culturally diverse, urban, or globally influenced creative environments encouraged.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • This role is primarily based in a collaborative studio and office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Occasional movement throughout office, production, or client environments may be required, along with handling presentation materials, samples, or prototypes.
  • Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.

Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Flex Time  
  • STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance
  • FSA and HSA Options
  • Voluntary
    • Life Insurance
    • Critical Illness Insurance
    • Accident Insurance
    • Legal and Identity Theft Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition
  • English as a Second Language Education
  • Online Training Opportunities

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