Student Game Developer (Student Position

Apply now Job no: 498110 Work type: Student Employment - General Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Department: College of Pharmacy

Advertised Salary: $14.00-$14.49

Seeking motivated student developers to join an interdisciplinary team creating a web-based educational video game. The game will teach players about antibiotics, vaccines, and their role in defending the body against harmful pathogens through engaging gameplay and interactive learning experiences

Student

• Current student at Ferris State University
• Demonstrate skills in game design principles and game development
• Experience creating 2D art and/or animation for video games
• Proficiency using the Godot game engine
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Experience developing web-based games
• Familiarity with user interface (UI) design and user experience (UX) principles
• Portfolio demonstrating completed game projects, artwork, or animations

Availability to work 20-24 hours per week throughout the project (through Fall 2027)

• Collaborate with faculty and student team members to design and develop gameplay systems.
• Develop game features and mechanics using the Godot game engine.
• Create and implement 2D artwork, animations, and user interface elements.
• Participate in game design discussions, prototyping, testing, and iteration.
• Debug, optimize, and maintain project code and assets.
• Attend regular team meetings and communicate project progress effectively.
• Contribute ideas and feedback to improve the overall player experience and educational value of the game.

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December 31, 2026

Ferris State University, an Aff Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community atferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit:

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Advertised: 13 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 31 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time