2025 US Internship - Viewmodel Animation

Your Mission 

Infinity Ward is looking for a Viewmodel Animation Intern to work alongside our team this summer.  

All internships will be conducted in-person at Infinity Ward in Woodland Hills, CA. Managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office Monday-Friday (relocation services and living stipend provided to all interns). 

What you Bring to the Table 

• Work closely with our animation team to create first-person animations that align to our pursuit of ultimate player immersion. 

• You will use hand-keyed animation techniques to work on first-person weapon, hand-to-hand, locomotion, and other animations used to portray player intent within our game engine. 

Requirements 

• Must have or be pursuing an associate, bachelor, or master degree and graduating May 2024 – June 2026 

• Available to participate in a 10-week internship June 30 – Sept 5 

• Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US 

• Candidates must apply with a resume and reel 

• Experience creating hand-keyed animation in a game engine 

• Strong Maya animation experience 

• Collaborative ability to work with multiple people and disciplines to complete tasks 

• Possess the ability to receive and address feedback 

Key Attributes 

• Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts 

• Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner 

• Works well with others and contributes to team tasks 

• Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities 

• Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively 

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. 

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  

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. 

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.  

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.  

Ready to Activate Your Future? 

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women, veterans, and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. 

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.