Feature Modeling Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Spring 2027

NBCUniversal • Glendale, CA

3d • $18 - $18 • Hybrid

About The Position

DreamWorks Animation is seeking a Feature Modeling Intern for its Spring 2027 internship program. The internship runs from January 25 through April 1, 2027, requires 24 hours per week, and is described as hybrid, with in-person work in Glendale, California. Interns work alongside artists and creative leaders on feature animated productions, gaining hands-on studio experience and access to career development workshops, artistic classes, practice art tests, speaker series, community outreach opportunities, and movie screenings. The hourly rate is $18.47.

Requirements

• Be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or graduate degree at a college or university (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate within six months of the graduation date.
• Have a passion for working as part of a modeling team in feature animation.
• Have a desire to learn all aspects of the modeling pipeline.
• Demonstrate curiosity and teamwork.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be willing to work in Glendale, California.
• Provide own relocation, housing, and transportation.
• Be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Some understanding of the modeling process, including topology and storytelling through shape and form.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other modelers.
• Create assets and models.
• Work collaboratively and foster a good working atmosphere.
• Troubleshoot creative and technical issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate elements into assigned shots on time.
• Manage individual shot task loads according to the schedule and meet timelines.
• Attend dailies, modeling launches, and other required team or department meetings.
• Potentially participate in testing new technologies as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree