Internship

Gameplay Programmer Intern

Posted on 9/12/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

No salary listed

Morrisville, NC, USA

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the posting location for the duration of the internship.

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Unreal Engine
C/C++
Requirements
  • Interest in gameplay programming
  • Interest in game engine technologies
  • A desire to develop strong software development skills
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate competently in English
  • The ability to react and respond effectively to constructive feedback
  • A flexible approach to development and willingness to apply out-of-the-box thinking and approaches to rapidly evolving software
Responsibilities
  • Learn how gameplay features and systems that underpin Fortnite Creative and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) function
  • Learn Verse, our new programming language for the Metaverse
  • Implement, augment and maintain those same features and systems using C++, Blueprint, and Verse
  • Collaborate with a globally diverse team of developers consisting of design, art, QA, and production
  • Learn and follow production processes that allow for smooth development practices

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on various platforms like iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for backend support and online multiplayer features to help other developers manage their games. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with essential tools.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.6B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Cross-platform play trends enhance Epic Games' multiplayer and cross-platform capabilities.
  • User-generated content rise offers community-driven engagement opportunities for Epic Games.
  • VR and AR popularity allows Epic Games to leverage Unreal Engine for immersive experiences.

What critics are saying

  • Epic Games faces lawsuits over Fortnite's in-game store practices, risking financial penalties.
  • Leaks of upcoming content like 'Hack Maya' could impact competitive advantage.
  • Bypassing app store fees with free games may lead to conflicts with major providers.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers Unreal Engine, a leading game development tool for high-fidelity experiences.
  • The company supports developers with Epic Online Services for multiplayer and backend solutions.
  • Epic Games Store provides free games weekly, challenging traditional app store models.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

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