Programming Intern at Activision Blizzard

Portland, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Aug, 26

Salary

50.0

Posted On

16 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C++, C#, Python, 3D Math, Linear Algebra, Build Systems, Jenkins, MSBuild, Premake, Visual Studio, LLMs, WPF, Multi-threading, Distributed Systems, Networking Concepts, UI Design

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Job Title: Programming Intern Requisition ID: R027449 Job Description: At Activision Blizzard we are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences, driven by our company values and passion, Activision Blizzard creates worlds with the focus to entertain the universe. We are looking for talented and innovative students to join our team for the 2026 summer. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to. Player Profile Currently enrolled in a certificate, associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program and graduating December 2026 – July 2027 Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US 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 A passion for significantly impacting game development Applicants must apply with a resume and a link to their code samples to be considered Internship Opportunities 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 with a living stipend to supplement housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs. Animation Engineering Internship: Be a part of a world class animation engineering team where you’ll work with world class animators to achieve a standalone feature for Call of Duty runtime. This role will impact how animations look in Call of Duty. Strong proficiency in C++ Strong knowledge of 3D Math/Linear Algebra An eagerness to collaborate and innovate on animations. Knowledge of computer animation. Proven game programming experience a plus (personal or professional) Hosting Locations: Infinity Ward (Woodland Hills, CA) Build Engineering Internship: A great game needs a strong foundation! Our Build Engineering team improves and maintains our game build system as well as continuous integration, code and data validation, and packaging and distribution across many PC and Console platforms. Our primary goal is to ensure that designers, artists, and engineers can see their work reflected in our game as quickly and reliably as possible. Proficient in C# Understanding of build tools (MSBuild, Premake) Understanding of automation and distribution tools (Jenkins) Excited to support and collaborate with a large team C++, Python, and web development skills are a plus Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment (Irvine, CA) Engine & Systems Engineering Internship: The Engine/Systems Engineering Team is involved in the architectural implementation of key engine features leveraged by other teams and sub disciplines. An intern for this team will learn how to work on and deliver key features and systems in the Diablo engine, that key stakeholders and other developers will leverage and build upon to generate great and awesome content. Proficient in a programming language, preferably C++ Familiarity with engine programming at school or through personal projects Experience working with Visual Studios Experience working with build systems Proven game programming experience a plus (personal or professional) Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment (Albany, NY or Irvine, CA) and Activision Central Technology (Portland, ME) Gameplay Engineering Internship: Partner across teams developing gameplay and features for our games. You will be working on a shipping title, with a mentor, on a team managing multiple projects against competing deadlines. This role will focus on implementing new features or mechanics into a shipping title. Proficient in a programming language, preferably C++ Knowledge of mathematics for 3D graphics, particularly linear algebra An eagerness to collaborate and innovate on game side code Proven game programming experience a plus (personal or professional) Hosting Locations: Raven Software (Middleton, WI) & Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA) Knowledge Systems Engineering Internship: Work on new projects to help increase efficiencies by prototyping knowledge resource tools for Blizzard. Strong proficiency in Python Knowledge of MCP servers Experience working with LLMs Experience working with Jira, Confluence, and asset databases Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment (Irvine, CA) Online Technology Engineering Intern: Work with a team that acts as the "technical glue" between back end and user experience. As an Online Technology intern, you will control social systems on our games and implement new systems within multiplayer game features. Strong proficiency in C++ Knowledge of multiplayer game networks. Knowledge of distributed systems and networking concepts. Knowledge of server/client concepts. Proven game programming experience is a plus (personal or professional). Hosting Locations: Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA) Pipeline Engineering Intern: Game pipeline engineering involves designing and implementing the technical systems and workflows that allow development teams to create and deliver video games efficiently and effectively. Proficiency in and passion for technical problem solving Strong proficiency in C++ Additional development languages (Rust and Python) is a plus Strong desire to function in a technical support role Multi-threading, optimization (rendering and systems), and computer architecture are a plus Hosting Locations: Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA) Tools Engineering Intern: Help us build the tools we use to create our games. Create user experiences for proprietary tools and provide unique value to a small team of passionate engineers. We help content creators be really creative, really fast. Proficient in at least one programming language, preferably C++ or C# Knowledge of WPF Understanding of User Interface technologies. Understanding of source control. Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment (Irvine, CA) & Infinity Ward (Woodland Hills, CA) UI Engineering Intern: UI Engineers focus on one part of the framework within the game engine that the UI will be built upon, and one part the active User Interface our players will see in game. We work on both the underlying code systems that make it work, and all the shiny buttons and menus you interact with! Strong proficiency in C++ An eagerness to collaborate and innovate on game side code A passion for creating something brand new Familiarity with UI fundamentals and practices Experiences with UI Editors is a plus Hosting Locations: Raven Software (Middleton, WI) & Treyarch (Playa Vista, CA) 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 innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We 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 video game 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. 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 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 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. 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 characterist 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.

Responsibilities

Interns will work on meaningful projects across various engineering disciplines, including animation, build, engine, gameplay, and UI systems. The role involves implementing new features, maintaining build systems, and prototyping tools to impact shipping game titles.