Insomniac
XDev Props Intern- Undergraduate
Burbank, United States
About the role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Job ID: R-125848</span></span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Role Summary:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":281,"335559739":281,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Join Insomniac Games as an X-Dev Prop Artist Intern for Summer 2027 and gain hands-on experience supporting the creation of game-ready props and materials in collaboration with external art partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As an X-Dev Prop Artist Intern, you'll work alongside the X-Dev Props Manager, Art Director, and Lead Artists to support the development of 3D assets that meet the team's artistic vision and technical requirements. You'll create detailed briefs using images and text to communicate asset requirements to external vendors and review their work throughout production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This internship offers practical experience in prop modeling, asset review, and external art production workflows. You'll strengthen your technical art, written communication, and collaboration skills while learning how external development teams contribute to game production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">What </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">You’ll</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3"> Be Doing:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":281,"335559739":281,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Create comprehensive briefs using images and text to communicate asset requirements to external art vendors, with guidance from the X-Dev Props Manager.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Review assets from external partners, including 3D Models, Textures, Materials, UVs, and provide clear, actionable feedback throughout production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the development and optimization of props during key production stages, including high/low poly, material/textures, and final delivery phases.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Help guide external vendors in creating props, including hard surface assets and materials, under the direction of the X-Dev Props Manager, Art Director, and Lead Artists.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with artists to ensure block-out proxy models and reference images are available for X-Dev Props work with external partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Apply art tools and best practices using Maya, Substance Painter/Designer, Zbrush, Photoshop to support asset development and review.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Help maintain a consistent artistic style across assets while following direction from the Art Director and Lead Artists.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Gain practical experience with external art production, asset optimization, and communicating technical and artistic feedback throughout game development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">What </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">We’re</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3"> Looking For:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":281,"335559739":281,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong skills in modeling, baking and UV layout using Maya, Max, or equivalent.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong skills in texture and material creation using Photoshop, Substance Painter, Substance Designer.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with ZBrush.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to review 3D assets, identify areas for improvement, and communicate clear, actionable feedback.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret technical information, prepare documentation, and present ideas clearly.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to solve practical problems, follow written and verbal instructions, and collaborate effectively with artists and external partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Foundational mathematical skills, including percentages, proportions, basic algebra, and geometry.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willingness to receive direction, incorporate feedback, and work closely with a team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with vehicles and weapons is a plus.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Eligibility:</span></strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Students with expected graduation between May 2026 and December 2029 from an accredited university. </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Undergraduate </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Able to work during one of the following periods: May 17th - August 6th or June 14th - September 3</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-fontsize="11">rd</span></span><span data-contrast="auto">. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must be available for the entire 12-week internship period.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Our intern positions offer a fixed hourly pay rate. Please note that the pay rate is exclusive to the internship period and may not reflect what pay may look like following the completion of an internship.</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. <br><br></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. </span></p>
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<p> </p></div><div class="title">Intern Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$36.50</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$36.50 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="p1">Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.</p>
<p class="p1">Please refer to our<a href="https://www.playstation.com/legal/careers-privacy-notice/"> Candidate Privacy Notice</a> for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.</p></div>