Team Name

Hearthstone

Job Title

2026 US Summer Internships - VFX

Requisition ID

R026177

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 May 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
Candidates must apply with a resume and a link to their portfolio/reel 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.

VFX Intern (Call Of Duty)

Join our world-class team bringing the iconic visuals of Call of Duty to life. As a VFX Intern, you’ll contribute to real-time effects that heighten gameplay—from explosive battlefield moments to immersive environmental details. You’ll collaborate with experienced artists and engineers to design dynamic, cinematic, and optimized visual effects using tools like Houdini and in-game FX systems. This internship offers hands-on experience with AAA production pipelines, scripting multi-state FX objects, and balancing artistry with performance across next-gen platforms. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how visual effects shape player immersion and define the Call of Duty experience.

Experience creating real-time FX using Photoshop, Maya, Houdini, or in-game FX editors.
Familiarity with Unreal, Unity, or proprietary game engines.
Strong understanding of particle systems, shaders, dynamics, and 3D fundamentals.
A portfolio/reel that showcases real-time, photoreal visual effects.

Hosting Locations: High Moon Studios (Carlsbad, CA)

VFX Intern (Hearthstone): As a VFX Intern, you will develop and implement real-time visual effects that support gameplay in the fun and whimsical style synonymous with Hearthstone. You’ll learn how to utilize the principles of motion, dynamics, follow-through, lighting, and other facets of animation to create dynamic effects that enhance the visual storytelling experience.

Skilled with variety of tools for real time VFX creation including Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Unity and in-game FX systems
Highly creative and technically minded with the ability to provide solutions to design, creative and technical issues
Portfolio/reel demonstrating real-time VFX work that fits the visual style of Hearthstone/World of Warcraft

Hosting Locations: Blizzard Entertainment (Irvine, 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 innovate 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 videogame 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! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Activision Blizzard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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.

Rewards

Requirements

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.

2026 US Summer Internships - VFX

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