2025 US Summer Internship - User Research

3 Months ago • Upto 1 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

This is a summer internship for User Research. You will assist with the execution of user-tests, provide summarized research results, maintain lab equipment, analyze survey responses, contribute to research reports, and support the User Research staff in studies and other ad-hoc projects. You will also get on-the-job training and mentoring from industry experts in user research and game analysis. You will be the voice of the player base to the developers and see the game evolve based on player feedback. You will also contribute your unique and interesting ideas to the field of games user research.
Must have:
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
  • Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills
  • Passion for video games and familiarity with Activision's titles
  • Good interpersonal communication
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Adaptable and quick learner
  • Must be able to handle a variety of responsibilities
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with a large variety of games
Perks:
  • Relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement)
  • Living stipend
  • Meaningful project and unparalleled experience
  • Tools and resources to learn new skills/technology
  • Collaboration with some of the best in the gaming industry
  • Intern exclusive Learning & Development and social events
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs
  • Fitness programs
  • Free and discounted games

Job Details

Job Title:

2025 US Summer Internship - User Research

Requisition ID:

R023722

Job Description:

User Research Internship

Player Profile  

  • Must be pursuing an associates, bachelors, masters, or PhD and graduating December 2025 – July 2026 

  • Available for a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June 

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills 

  • Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment 

  • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills 

  • Candidates must apply with a resume

 

Internship Opportunities 

All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office Monday-Friday (relocation services and living stipend provided to all interns) 

Potential internship location(s): Woodland Hills, CA

User Research Internship: Assist with the execution of user-tests including setup, breakdown, game review, intake/outtake of participants, recording/reporting of the players' experiences, and other research related activities. Provide summarized research results for discussion and write-up. Maintain lab equipment. Analyze survey responses and contribute to research reports. Support the User Research staff in studies and other ad-hoc projects. Get on the job training and mentoring from industry experts in user research and game analysis. Be the voice of the player base to the developers and see the game evolve based on player feedback. Contribute your unique and interesting ideas to the field of games user research 

  • Good interpersonal communication (both written and verbal) 

  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills 

  • Adaptable and quick learner that enjoys tackling a large variety of problems 

  • Must be able to handle a variety of responsibilities without getting overwhelmed 

  • Must have a passion for video games and should be well versed in Activision’s titles 

  • Familiarity with a large variety of games  

  • Must submit cover letter 

Your Platform  

We are looking for talented and innovative students to join our team for the 2025 summer. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn new skills/technology while you collaborate with some of the best in the gaming industry. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing on. In addition to your day-to-day work, you’ll participate in intern exclusive Learning & Development and social events (virtual and in-person). 

All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided a living stipend to supplement housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs. 

   

Our World  

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! 

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environmentWe aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! 

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners. 

Activision Blizzard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $20.00 - $50.00 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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As the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products on consoles, mobile and PC, our “press start” is simple: delight players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.


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At Activision, we strive to connect and engage our global player community through entertainment. Our success comes from the passionate, talented and diverse team of people behind our world-class franchises. Ensuring Activision is an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive will help us deliver a new era of epic entertainment for our players.

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