WB Games Software Engineering Co-op: Needham, MA - January-May 2027

This co-op supports a cross-discipline team building and maintaining features for mobile games, primarily using Unity and C#. The role involves solving a wide range of client-side problems, from server communication and player data handling to UI panels that drive gameplay, while collaborating with artists and designers. Co-ops also take part in code reviews and receive mentorship from experienced engineers.

• Develop and refine gameplay systems for the mobile game client on Android and iOS.
• Fix bugs, optimise performance, improve UI, and build new systems, working independently with team assistance or as part of a larger team effort.
• Build systems that communicate with the server.
• Process and display player data.
• Create UI panels that drive gameplay.
• Collaborate with artists and designers to bring concepts to life.
• Contribute to player-facing systems such as customisable splash screens, notification overlays, and gear-crafting templates.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Own assigned work when given prioritised goals and objectives.
• Work closely with other team members and take technical and professional feedback.

• Comfort with basic software development, including coding, data structures, algorithms, and complexity analysis.
• Experience programming in C or another object-oriented language.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical team members.
• Curiosity, an open mind, and a willingness to learn and take feedback.
• Experience with Git or other revision control systems.
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree programme in Computer Science, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Business, or a related field for the full duration of the co-op; proof of enrolment is required.
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior student and at least 18 years old.
• Must be in academic good standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above; a transcript will be required to verify GPA if an offer is extended.
• Must be presently authorised to work for any employer in the United States and not require work visa sponsorship from Skydance now or in the future; candidates on student or exchange visas, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, and M-1, are not eligible.

• Familiarity with the Game of Thrones television series and/or book series.
• Experience developing for iOS and/or Android.
• Experience with third-party game engines, with Unity preferred.

• In-office on a regular cadence based on the manager's in-office schedule.
• 35–40 hours per week in office for the full duration of the programme.
• Five-month Spring 2027 co-op from January to May, dependent on the student's semester schedule.
• Relocation is not provided.

• $31 Per hour USD for undergraduate interns.

• Credit is not required, but documentation will be provided for school credit if desired.
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in the field.
• Mentorship from experienced entertainment industry veterans.
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, and intern-exclusive events.
• Access to top-level executives through the Speaker Series and Roundtables.
• Networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network.
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture.
• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover new skills.
• Insider insight into the entertainment industry and behind-the-scenes work.
• Relationships that extend beyond the collegiate career.
• Real-life experiences that build confidence for the next career step.