Visual Development Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Spring 2027

Spring 2027 Visual Development Internship: 

• Applications close: October 19, 2026 at 11:59pm PT

• Program Dates: January 25 - April 1, 2027

• Time Commitment: Part-Time (24 hours per week required)

• Format: In Person (Tuesday - Thursday)

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

For feature animated films and TV animated projects, Visual Development artists imagine and propose ideas for what the animated world should look like based on the story, characters, and action. They use reference, illustration, drawing, design skills and animation and 3D tools like Maya to build visuals that convey ideas about how they envision the look of the world.

• The goal of the internship is to experience visual development in a production environment over the span of 10 weeks.

• The intern will be partnered with a production over the span of 10 weeks working closely with Production Designers and mentors.

• This intern will work through concept designs to final designs by pulling reference, crafting mood boards and designing sets, props, color keys, and more.

• Ask questions, clarify notes, and ensure designs are completed per the feedback provided.

• Ensure deadlines are consistently met and communicate progress of work to supervisors and to appropriate production staff.