Internship 2026 - Programming: Tools

We like to think of ourselves as more than just developers. We're a friendly group of around 500 people with plenty of casual and hardcore gamers, tech heads and creative masterminds, organized planners, and nerdy game fans who make this industry so fun. And we’re all together on a mission to open windows to amazing worlds. We've been making games for over 30 years, crafting and publishing unique experiences that have put us on the path to becoming a leader in Online Worlds.

We've got five studios spread across Norway, the USA, Portugal, Sweden, and Romania, and we're always on the lookout for more dedicated people to join our ranks.

We're all about creating a relaxed and inclusive workspace where clear communication and our agile structure are key to delivering world-class games.

So, if you're ready to make your mark, we're ready to welcome you!

##### About the internship program

The internship applications for our Oslo Studio are now open for students entering their final BA semester who want to step into the exciting world of game development in 2026.

You will get the chance to work directly with seasoned experts and mentors, gaining hands-on experience while having a real impact on our massive multiplayer survival game, Dune: Awakening.

Application deadline: September 21, 2025

##### Time and place

Time: Early January – May 2026 (exact timing to be determined by your university)

Place: Oslo, Norway

##### Who is this internship for?

We are accepting applications from students currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor’s Degree program with an expected graduation in 2026. The internships are an unpaid opportunity to hone your skills and work with seasoned professionals during your final semester at school.

You would need to support your own travel and accommodation, and the internship would be onsite in our central Oslo Studio.

We are happy to offer mentorship, great colleagues, a free breakfast bar and lunch during your internship.

Our goal is to be part of setting you up for a strong career in game development, and you would be very welcome to apply for open positions in the company upon completion of the internship.

##### Your Mission in Funcom

We are looking for a Tools Programming Intern who is passionate about working on the tools behind our games. If you are curious about build systems and eager to learn how our tools transform source code into a finalized packaged game on Steam, this role is for you.

##### How you can have an impact in your position

• Assist and help create and maintain our source control infrastructure.
• Assist and help streamline software building and deployment processes.
• Design scripts and tools used for software deployment.
• Support seamless integration of software updates through continuous delivery pipelines.

##### We are looking for you to have

• Knowledge of HTML/JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Familiarity with Python and C#.
• Understanding of Docker.
• Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux systems.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across teams.

##### Application Guidelines

When applying, please include a cover letter that addresses the following points:

1. Why are you interested in this internship, and what excites you about joining Funcom?

2. What do you hope to learn from this experience, and how might it support your future career?

3. What skills, strengths, and attitudes will you contribute to the team?

4. Lastly, could you please include a link to your portfolio in your application? We appreciate that your portfolio is WIP, but whatever its state it is a valuable point for discussing how we can help you progress and what you can teach us!

We evaluate candidates on an ongoing basis and recommend candidates to apply as soon as possible!