Production Software Front-End-Tools Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Summer 2026
About The Position
DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds. DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together. In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV and Feature animated productions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation. The Internship 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! The engineering teams at DreamWorks develop state-of-the-art techniques, algorithms, and tools that are core to the production of our CG animated films. If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork! Summer 2026 Production Software Front-End-Tools Internship: During the course of a 10-week internship, interns will work closely with our world-class artists and top engineers in this field. Some of our engineers started themselves as interns here at DreamWorks and are now leading efforts that are recognized industry-wide. This internship is a unique opportunity to work on interesting graphics technologies in a production environment. The work will help us build tools and improve workflows for Layout and Previsualization artists using Maya and USD. You will contribute to software that is used for all feature films at the studio. Projects will vary depending on the domain expertise of the candidate.
Requirements
- Submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to any websites (GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc) or blog indicating technical skills such as math and programming. Relevant coursework listed at the top of your resume is helpful as well
- Majoring in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Physics, and Mathematics or related field(s)
- Strong interest in animation; passion for how technology and art work together
- Dedicated, resourceful, an excellent communicator, possesses critical thinking skills, and is a great teammate
- Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be willing to work in Glendale, CA
- Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation
- Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Python or C++ experience
- Experience with industry-standard DCC applications such as Maya, Houdini or Blender
- Experience with USD
- Ability to work within a Linux environment
Responsibilities
- work closely with our world-class artists and top engineers in this field
- build tools and improve workflows for Layout and Previsualization artists using Maya and USD
- contribute to software that is used for all feature films at the studio
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
