Animation Production Intern, DreamWorks Animation

• Intern
• Business Segment:
  Universal Film
• Compensation: up to USD 18.47 - hourly

Dream Works Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

Dream Works creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

In the Dream Works Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into feature and TV productions while gaining hands‑on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.

The Internship Program also showcases best‑in‑class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

Spring 2027 Animation Production Internship:

Applications close:
October 19, 2026 at 11:59pm PT

Program Dates:
January 25 - April 1, 2027

Time Commitment:
Part-Time (24 hours per week required)

Format:
In Person (Tuesday - Thursday)

Responsibilities: "What would you say you do here?”

A Production Intern will be assigned to either a feature film or TV production and gain insight into production responsibilities, workflows and processes. Additionally, they will be able to observe and learn about the animation pipeline and creative process.

Production Interns handle various production activities under the direction of their Production Manager. Interns will help to take on new challenges in efforts to gain a more detailed knowledge of the animation industry, animated television or feature pipeline and workflows.

Interns must have strong written and verbal communication skills, are self‑motivated, are outstanding teammates who take initiative, have the ability to prioritize multiple requests, have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Basic Qualifications:

“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

Knowledge of office management software (Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.) is vital

Candidates should be well organized, highly self‑motivated individuals who function well in fast‑paced, frenetic production based environments

Must be confident and proactive with excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)

Must feel comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization

Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must be willing to work in Glendale, California

Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation

Authorized to work in the…