Environment Intern, Disney Animation
The Walt Disney Company
Burbank, CA18–20 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
CG Generalist - Environment Intern
Disney Animation - Winter 2027
Burbank, CA
About the Role
The Internship Program dives into the craft, technology, and operations behind animated films, developing your skills and connecting you to industry mentors. You'll learn what it means to be a part of a collaborative team and how your unique talents can grow within our studio, immersed in hands-on projects guided by artists, technologists, and production leaders.
Internship Details
- Program Dates: February-April 2027 (12-week assignment)
- Location: Burbank, CA
Key Responsibilities
As a CG Environment artist intern, you will be exposed to various departments within our environment pipeline and offered individualized mentorship. You will explore the following disciplines:
- Modeling: Creating 3D models of natural terrain, vegetation, architecture, vehicles, and props using Maya and proprietary software for foliage (similar to SpeedTree).
- Look Development CG Texturing/Surfacing: Applying textures to both natural elements (foliage, sand, trees) and hard surfaces (buildings, furniture, vehicles).
- Environments: Procedural authoring in both modeling and look development.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Interest in: CG Environment Departments such as Modeling and Look Development.
- Working knowledge/understanding of CG software: Maya, ZBrush, Houdini, StudioPaint, Painter, Renderman, or Photoshop.
- Strong eye for visual appeal.
- Background in art, animation, or filmmaking (a plus).
- Scripting (MEL, Python, C++) (a plus).
- Familiarity with Linux systems (a plus).
Qualifications
- 18 years or older.
- Enrolled in a post-high school educational program (Community College, College, University, Trade, Online School, or equivalent) and returning to the program for at least one semester post internship.
Reel Requirements
- Submit a website, portfolio, or reel (max length 2 min) demonstrating interest and experience in the listed disciplines.
- Include a shot breakdown on your reel if applicable.
- Upload a resume including your school and expected graduation date.
Application Deadline
- November 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.
Compensation
- Pay rate: $22.50 per hour.
- Select benefits may be provided.