Production & Technology Strategy Internship

For over 30 years, the Nickelodeon Animation Studio continues to be one of the world's largest producers of television animation, reflecting all kids today. Based in Burbank, Calif., with offices in New York, the Studio, designed by our artists and for our artists, is home to the world's greatest creative talents. Our campus of creativity houses top-notch talent, storytellers, artists, production teams, voice actors, cartoon experts, and more. At Nickelodeon, we are always looking to recruit dedicated craftspeople to help bring groundbreaking new ideas to life which starts with you! We are leading the way in animated content for TV series, TV movies, shorts, and theatrical features. Some of our new upcoming original animated series include, Dora, Max & The Midknights, Transformers Earthspark, and The Loud House among others. Our content development teams are creator-driven, our work culture is collaborative, our mentorship of new talent is second to none, and we are committed to hiring inclusively to reflect authenticity in the diverse stories we want to tell. Join us!

Summary:

Nickelodeon Animation Studio is looking for a Production and Technology Strategy Intern for the summer of 2025. The intern will interface directly with our Production and Technology Strategy team which is responsible for driving continuous improvement projects that support NAS productions and workflows. This includes projects that facilitate increased efficiency and lower operating costs of production, internally with NAS production and technology departments, and externally with outside partner studios.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and support tools and procedures that maintain and enhance the production pipeline
• Work closely with various departments to streamline and develop the production workflow
• Propose, design, develop, implement, test, and support software to existing studio pipelines
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues

Qualifications:

• Strong Python or C++ programming skills
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills 
• Preferred experience with Maya, Blender, Houdini, Nuke, Redshift, Unreal, or Arnold
• Coursework or other studies in computer science, computer graphics, or 3D game development
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment 
• Exceptional communication skills

Eligibility:

• Internships are available to students pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate Degree. Certifications and continuing education are accepted as well!
• Open to graduates who have graduated within 6 months of June 2025. 
• You must be available to intern full-time (5 days a week/40 hours a week) for 10 weeks starting in June 2025.
• Interns will be required to work on-site in Burbank, CA.
• Employment eligibility work in the United States is required. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $20.0. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington State, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.   

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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