Character TD (Rigging) Intern- Undergraduate
Required skills
- Character Rigging
- Animation
- Game Development
- Props
- Clothing
- Vehicles
- Characters
- Rig Implementation
- Animation Workflows
- Rigging Techniques
Nice to have
- Python
- Maya
Role summary
Insomniac Games is seeking a Character TD (Rigging) Intern to join their Animation Department. This undergraduate internship offers hands-on experience in creating and improving animation rigs for characters, props, clothing, and vehicles. Interns will collaborate with various departments, learn new rigging techniques and tools, and receive mentorship from senior artists. The role involves supporting animation workflows, troubleshooting, and bug fixing, contributing to the overall game production process. The ideal candidate is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Character Rigging or Computer Science with rigging experience, graduating between May 2026 and December 2029, and possesses a creative, self-motivated approach. Python and Maya skills are preferred.
Job ID: R-125853
Role Summary:
Join the Animation Department at Insomniac Games and gain hands-on experience creating animation rigs that help bring characters and game worlds to life.
As a Character Rigging Intern, you'll work alongside experienced artists to create and improve rigs for in-game props, clothing, vehicles, and characters. You'll collaborate with members of other departments to support rig implementation and learn how rigging contributes to animation and game production.
Throughout the internship, you'll receive mentorship from senior members of the Rigging and Animation team, develop your artistic and technical skills, and gain practical experience with the tools and techniques used in game development.
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Eligibility:
At this time, SIE will only consider applicants who are authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from SIE now or in the future to maintain their authorization to work in the United States.
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