Feature Technical Direction Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Spring 2027

NBCUniversal•Glendale, CA

1d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

DreamWorks Animation seeks a Technical Direction Intern to assist in developing and supporting production tools for feature animation in a collaborative, creative environment. The DreamWorks Internship Program offers interns an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. The program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, practice art tests, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more.

Requirements

Programming experience
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or a recent graduate (within six months)
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be willing to work in Glendale, California
Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Visualization, or Digital Media (or equivalent)
Experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, or JavaScript
Knowledge of computer graphics
Experience with project-tracking software such as Jira or equivalent
Understanding of digital content creation applications such as Maya, Houdini, and/or Nuke
Interest in Feature Animation
Solid grasp of revision control systems such as Git
Familiarity with User Experience (UX) concepts and/or User Interface (UI) design and development

Responsibilities

Observe and assist Technical Directors with writing tools for the production pipeline
Craft and develop new software tools and applications to assist artists in large-scale feature animation productions
Test, debug, and extend existing tools and systems
Provide technical support to production artists
Support additional administrative and data-wrangling tasks as needed