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 TV and Feature animated 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, practice art tests, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!

DreamWorks is excited to announce that we are accepting resumes for our Summer 2022 Production Software (PSW) internship. The engineering teams at DreamWorks develop state-of-the-art techniques, algorithms, and tools that are core to the production of our CG animated films.

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

Summer 2023 PSW Internship:

• Applications close: March 10, 2023 at 11:59pm PT
• Program Dates: June 20, 2023 - August 25, 2023
• Time Commitment: Full Time (40 hours per week)
• Format: Remote

Responsibilities: "What would you say you do here?”

During the course of a 10-week internship, interns will work closely with our world-class artists and top engineers in this field. Some of our engineers started themselves as interns here at DreamWorks and are now leading efforts that are recognized industry-wide.

Our engineering teams work in several subject areas across our pipeline and company. As a DreamWorks Software Engineering Intern, you may work in one of the following areas:

• Rendering and Shading
• Physics and Simulation
• Computer Animation and Graphics
• Big Data and Analytics
• Large Scale Application Development
• Extensions to Third Party CG Applications
• Cloud-Native Application Development
• Configuration Management
• Technical Writing / Web Development
• DCC Tools and Workflow
• Media Playback and Manipulation

On any given day, the intern can work on the following:

• Design, implement, and support aspects of the company’s proprietary software tools
• Build unique software solutions that fuel the bold and creative visions of our artists
• Innovate to provide our premier artists with the best tools and deliver a competitive advantage to the studio
• Work hand-in-hand with dedicated artists and have an immediate, positive impact on their work
• Work in a collaborative environment & develop problem-solving skills

Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

• Majoring in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Physics, and Mathematics or related field(s)
• Strong interest in animation; passion for how technology and art work together
• Dedicated, resourceful, an excellent communicator, possesses critical thinking skills, and is a great teammate
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
• Submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to any websites (GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc) or blog indicating technical skills such as math and programming. Relevant coursework listed at the top of your resume is helpful as well
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have own equipment (computer, headphones, etc.) and stable internet connection
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols

Desired Qualifications: “What can I offer?”

• C++ experience
• Python experience
• Ability to work within a Linux environment

Hourly Rate: $20.00-35.00

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as Fully Remote, contributing from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

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