Gameplay Engineer Intern

Crystal Dynamics

. Work with engineers and designers to implement gameplay features in Unreal Engine using C++ and visual scripting .

Posted 10/22/2026internshipSan Carlos • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $22 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational engineering skills in Unreal Engine development, including C++ programming and visual scripting, while actively contributing to AAA game projects. Exhibits a willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and workflows in a collaborative environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Unreal Engine DevelopmentC++ ProgrammingGameplay Feature ImplementationDebugging and TestingSource Control Tools

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Hard Skills

C++ ProgrammingVisual ScriptingGameplay Feature ImplementationDebuggingOptimizationCode IntegrationGame DevelopmentGame DesignTechnical ArtAnimation

Soft Skills

Willingness to LearnAdaptabilityCollaborationFeedback Reception

Tools & Technologies

Unreal EngineDevelopment EnvironmentsSource Control ToolsCode Review Workflows

Industry Keywords

AAA Game DevelopmentGame JamsPersonal ProjectsGroup ProjectsPortfolio

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SpringUnreal EngineC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with engineers and designers to implement gameplay features in Unreal Engine using C++ and visual scripting
Participate in debugging, testing, implementation support, and code integration within Unreal Engine
Build skills with Unreal Engine, development environments, source control tools, and code review workflows
Assist engineers with coding, debugging, optimization, and contributions to gameplay systems, tools, and supporting code
Deepen understanding of Unreal Engine development workflows and collaborative engineering practices
Contribute to active AAA game development projects in a 12-week remote spring internship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduated from a college or university program in 2026 (Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter)
Degree in Animation, Art, Game Art, Technical Art, Game Design, Game Development, Engineering, or related fields
Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) during core business hours from February 1 through April 23, 2027
Available for the first week onsite at the studio in San Carlos, California, for onboarding
Legal eligibility to work in the United States
Complete application including resume, cover letter, and GitHub or portfolio link
Portfolio, GitHub, or coursework demonstrating foundational engineering skills
Exposure to industry-standard development software, tools, and engines
Industry involvement through game jams, personal projects, and/or group projects
Willingness to learn from feedback and adapt to new tools or workflows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits package
Professional mentorship from experienced professionals
Skill development
Team collaboration with onsite and remote teams
Practical project involvement on active AAA game projects
Flexible hybrid on-site/off-site work opportunities, company-paid holidays, additional paid days in December, and accruable paid time off (listed for regular full-time positions)