Crystal Dynamics

Game Writer Intern

Crystal Dynamics

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San CarlosCaliforniaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $21 - $25 per hour

Job Level

About the role

  • Participate in various aspects of game development, including writing small narrative content such as character dialogue, in-game descriptions and documents, character bios, and similar one-off narrative assets
  • Acquire essential skills using industry-standard tools and software such as Unreal Engine, Confluence, and Final Draft as well as proprietary writing tools
  • Support mid, senior, and lead narrative designers by participating in writer’s rooms, brainstorming sessions as well as assisting with any other tasks assigned
  • Gain expertise in narrative documentation, organizing story references, and updating writing materials

Requirements

  • Enrolled as a college Junior or Senior (Seniors could have graduated in Fall/Winter 2025 or will be graduating in Spring 2026)
  • Pursuing a degree in Game Development, Game Design, English, Creative Writing, or related fields
  • Availability to work full-time (40 hrs / week) for the duration of the program (June 1st – August 21st, 2026)
  • Able to work onsite at our studio in San Carlos, CA for the first 1-2 weeks for onboarding
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States
  • Submission of a complete application that includes a resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio
Benefits
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Flexible hybrid on-site/off-site work opportunities
  • Company paid holidays
  • Additional paid days in December when the studio is closed for holiday break
  • Ability to accrue additional paid time-off

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
narrative content writingcharacter dialogue writingin-game description writingnarrative documentationstory organization
Soft skills
collaborationbrainstormingcommunicationcreativity