Animator Co-op (Summer 2027 - 8-months - Sports Tech)

Electronic Arts is seeking an undergraduate Animator Co-op student to join the EA SPORTS Tech A-Team for an 8-month internship starting in May 2027. The successful candidate will work closely with senior technical animators, engineers, and machine learning experts to shape the future of character animation.

Responsibilities:

• Familiarize yourself with EA's proprietary game engine, the Frostbite Engine.
• Refine and polish motion capture animation to AAA game quality.
• Learn to build modern animation systems such as state machines, motion matching, and node-based programming.
• Collaborate with engineers and UX designers to design and refine animation workflows and pipelines.
• Assist with tool adoption, debugging, and workflow feedback for partner game teams.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Animation or a related technical discipline.
• Entry-level experience in animation, with prior internship, coursework, or personal projects.
• Solid foundation in character animation principles and body mechanics.
• Familiarity with industry-standard 3D software tools such as Autodesk Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada for the entire internship duration.
• Enrolled in an accredited degree program and returning to school for at least one semester after the internship.
• Graduating in May 2028 or later.

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Python scripting.
• Node-based programming.
• Interest in vibe-coding and using AI agents in work.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, mental health support, retirement plan, paid time off, family leave, and free games.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.