2026 US Summer Internships - VFX

Activision Blizzard

83d • $20 - $50

About The Position

At Activision Blizzard we are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences, driven by our company values and passion, Activision Blizzard creates worlds with the focus to entertain the universe. We are looking for talented and innovative students to join our team for the 2026 summer. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a certificate, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program and graduating May 2026 – July 2027.
• Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June.
• Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US.
• Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts.
• Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner.
• Works well with others and contributes to team tasks.
• Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities.
• Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively.
• Experience with crafting real-time effects using Photoshop, Maya, or other in-game FX systems.
• An understanding of Unity, Unreal, or other game engines.
• Knowledge of 3D graphics, particle systems, physics, ribbons, shaders, etc.
• Portfolio/reel demonstrating photoreal, in-engine VFX.

Nice To Haves

• Skilled with a variety of tools for real-time VFX creation including Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Unity and in-game FX systems.
• Highly creative and technically minded with the ability to provide solutions to design, creative and technical issues.
• Portfolio/reel demonstrating real-time VFX work that fits the visual style of Hearthstone/World of Warcraft.

Responsibilities

• Work with in-game FX systems to create a wide range of real-time visual effects (fire, smoke, water, electricity, weather, explosions, etc).
• Utilize the principles of motion, anticipation, dynamics, follow-through, lighting, and other facets of animation to create dynamic effects that enhance the visual storytelling experience.
• Develop and implement real-time visual effects that support gameplay in the fun and whimsical style synonymous with Hearthstone.
• Learn how to utilize the principles of motion, dynamics, follow-through, lighting, and other facets of animation to create dynamic effects.

Benefits

• 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.
• Relocation assistance if required to move geographic locations for the job.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees