Training Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Fall 2026

NBCUniversal•Glendale, CA

1d•$18 - $18•Hybrid

About The Position

DreamWorks Animation is looking for adventurous dreamers to join their team. As a growth-minded studio, they are a leading producer of high-quality, award-winning animated films and series. They value the experiences their talent brings, believe in frequent communication, and foster transparency and trust. DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content with unique characters. They are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators passionate about animation. The DreamWorks Internship Program offers an engaging environment alongside creative leaders and artists committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV and Feature animated productions while gaining hands-on experience. The program is open to students and recent graduates who are driven, curious, resourceful, and passionate about animation. The program also includes executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, community outreach opportunities, and movie screenings.

Requirements

Experience with collecting/prioritizing data in Excel
Experience with video editing skills using software like Adobe Premiere
Basic design skills using software like Photoshop
Confidently looks to solve problems, handles time efficiently, and pays close attention to details
A great teammate with a can-do demeanor and strong communication skills
Proactive and has strong multi-tasking skills with efficient task prioritization
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, California
Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Curiosity about animation or feature film production
Customer service skills preferred

Responsibilities

Gain knowledge on the role of the Training Department in the studio and an understanding of the training workflow for TV, Overhead, and Feature Departments (Animation, Effects, Surfacing, Matte Painting, etc).
Supervise virtual, hybrid, and onsite classes, track attendance, including data entry and Excel database maintenance, and record various classes with screen capture software.
Edit recorded classes in Adobe Premiere.
Tackle administrative tasks and design posters to promote training classes as needed.
Attend virtual training classes to learn about the animation pipeline as well as the software used to create movies.
Meet with artists from different departments and further develop skills in areas of interest.