IMF Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Summer 2026 at NBCUniversal

Glendale, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

17.87

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nuke, Photoshop, Image Finaling, Digital Paint Fix, Feature Film Pipeline, Technical Fixes, Creative Fixes, Animation Production

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds. DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together. In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into feature and TV productions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation. The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more! If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork! Job Description Summer 2026 Production Internship: Applications close: March 16, 2026 at 11:59pm PT Program Dates: June 8 - August 14, 2026 Time Commitment: Full-Time (40 hours per week required) Format: In Person or Remote Responsibilities: "What would you say you do here?” Image Finaling is a digital paint fix department at the end of the animated feature production pipeline that specializes in creative and technical fixes done in Nuke to resolve any render related issues and creative requests. The goal of the internship will be to give candidates real world experience within the animated feature film pipeline while working alongside industry professionals The intern will work closely with IMF production staff as well as the IMF supervisor and IMF leads The intern will be given proper training and then eventually entry level feature shots to work on. This will be a structured process with weekly check-ins. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?” Working knowledge of Nuke Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date) Must feel comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization Must be 18 years of age or older If in person, must be willing to work in Glendale, California Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship Desired Characteristics: “What can I offer?” Experience with Photoshop is a plus Hourly Rate: $17.87 Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected]. For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. Business Segment: Universal Film Compensation: USD 17.87 - USD 17.87 - hourly

Responsibilities

The intern will gain real-world experience within the animated feature film pipeline by working in the Image Finaling department, which specializes in creative and technical fixes using Nuke to resolve rendering issues. The intern will receive proper training and eventually work on entry-level feature shots under the guidance of IMF production staff, supervisors, and leads.