Hello there :)
We are a young company specialized in the development of video games and are currently looking for a Game Development intern/trainee to join our team. If you are a curious, creative and proactive person who is passionate about creating video games, you might be a great match for us. This internship will be focused on developing game mechanics as well as game prototypes. Experience in Game Development is not required but it will be seen as a big plus. However, knowledge in programming/coding is required.
We would like the intern/trainee to start in April/May of 2024 and we offer a flexible duration (from 5 to 12 months).
Your Responsibilities
- Going through an extensive training in Game Development, in the first 3 weeks of the internship (assuming you have no prior experience in Game Development)
- Developing game mechanics in Unity game engine based on the inputs from a Game Designer
- Working together with a Game Designer to combine game mechanics into game prototypes
- Proposing improvements and generating new ideas to the existing solutions
- Working together with a Game Artist to integrate the created art designs into the game
- Coordinating with your mentor and other stakeholders on a regular basis about further steps regarding the development of the video game
Your Qualifications
- Programming experience in any of the following languages: C#, C, C++, Python, Java, etc.
- Algorithmic thinking
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Willingness to learn
- Proactive work mindset
- Ability to act as a team-player but also to work independently
- Intermediate (or higher) knowledge of English language (the communication will be held in English)
- Experience in Game Development is a plus but not mandatory
Who Can Apply
Anyone can apply.
You can be either a Bachelor or Master student (or a recent graduate), of any field. This particular internship is probably ideal for students of Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Computing / Software Engineering / Information Systems / Engineering (general) / Mathematics / Physics but this is not a requirement at all. We are open to host students of social sciences, business, humanities, law, medicine and/or any other field.
However, we do need to see some programming/coding knowledge from you (in any programming language).
Please do note that our main intention is to offer this internship through Erasmus+ program, where students can get financial support from the Erasmus program during the duration of internship.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or disability status.
Your Benefits and Perks
- Unlimited free coffee and unlimited free soft drinks
- Flexible daily schedule (start, make breaks, finish at any time during the day – whatever suits you best)
- Use of home-office (given at the discretion of your manager)
- Open, friendly and collaborative atmosphere
- Great mentorship that supports your growth
- Experience in working with the state-of-the-art digital technologies
- Help with finding accommodation
At the end of the internship, you will get
- Certificate of internship completion
- Recommendation letter
Compensation
This internship is not paid from our side. It is intended to be offered through Erasmus+ program, where students can get financial support from the Erasmus program during the duration of internship (we will sign the educational agreement and other documents required by your university).
Apart from that, we will provide benefits & perks listed in the Your Benefits and Perks section (unlimited free coffee and unlimited free soft drinks, flexibile schedule, help with finding accomodation, etc.).
Job Location
Osijek, Croatia
We (BIG SMALL GAMES) can provide help with finding accommodation in Osijek.
Duration
5-12 months
The minimum duration of this internship is five months. We can agree on any engagement between 5 and 12 months.
How to Apply
Please send us a short application/cover-letter together with your CV to: [email protected].
We will review your application within 2-3 days upon receiving it and get back to you immediately after that.
Even if you don’t satisfy some of the requirements listed in the Your Qualifications section, feel free to apply anyway and we can still discuss the potential engagement.
We are looking forward to hear from you :)