Programming Intern Job at Activision (Portland)

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.

Job Responsibility

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
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
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
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
Work on new projects to help increase efficiencies by prototyping knowledge resource tools for Blizzard
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
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
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
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

Requirements

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
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)
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
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
Knowledge of mathematics for 3D graphics, particularly linear algebra
Knowledge of multiplayer game networks
Knowledge of distributed systems and networking concepts
Knowledge of server/client concepts
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
Proficient in at least one programming language, preferably C++ or C#
Knowledge of WPF
Understanding of User Interface technologies
Understanding of source control
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
Strong proficiency in Python
Knowledge of MCP servers
Experience working with LLMs
Experience working with Jira, Confluence, and asset databases

Nice to have

Proven game programming experience a plus (personal or professional)
C++, Python, and web development skills are a plus
Additional development languages (Rust and Python) is a plus
Experiences with UI Editors is a plus

What we offer

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
all interns will be provided with a living stipend to supplement housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs
all interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement)

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