Presentation Animator Intern

Crystal Dynamics

. Participate in a 12-week remote spring internship contributing to active AAA game projects .

Posted 10/27/2026internshipSan Carlos • United StatesEntry Level💰 $20 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational skills in animation implementation within game engines, with a strong understanding of timing, pacing, and presentation quality. Collaborates effectively with teams and adapts to feedback while gaining practical experience in AAA production workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Unreal EngineAnimation ImplementationTiming and PacingGame DevelopmentPortfolio Demonstration

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Hard Skills

AnimationGame ArtTechnical ArtGame DesignGame Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityFeedback Incorporation

Tools & Technologies

AAA Production WorkflowsIn-Engine AnimationCinematic Presentation

Industry Keywords

Animation AssetsScene PlaybackCamera CompositionIndustry StandardsGame Jams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SpringUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in a 12-week remote spring internship contributing to active AAA game projects
Work in Unreal Engine to implement existing animation content rather than create new animations
Find and select animations from the existing library for scenes and in-game presentations
Set up and connect existing animations for in-game scenes under creative direction and established workflows
Review scene playback and help address animation implementation issues
Incorporate feedback to support timing, pacing, and presentation quality
Collaborate with onsite and remote teams, fellow interns, experienced artists, and mentors
Gain practical experience with AAA production workflows and advanced tools

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 a related field
Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, during core business hours from February 1 through April 23, 2027
Available for the first week onsite at the San Carlos, California studio for onboarding
Legal eligibility to work in the United States
Complete application including resume, cover letter, and portfolio link
Portfolio demonstrating foundational skills in in-engine animation implementation or cinematic presentation
Understanding of animation timing, pacing, posing, and camera composition
Examples of selecting and implementing existing animation assets within a game engine
Exposure to industry-standard development software, tools, and engines
Industry involvement such as game jams, personal projects, or group projects
Willingness to learn from feedback and adapt to new tools or workflows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits package
Competitive compensation
Access to industry professionals
Networking opportunities
Supportive learning environment
Unlimited snacks in the office
Professional mentorship
Skill development
Practical project involvement
Company-paid holidays, December holiday-break paid days, and accruable paid time off (listed for regular full-time positions, not specifically interns)