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USAEV Game Designer Intern – Remote

Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT, United States


and the job listing Expires on March 28, 2026

USA Entertainment Ventures – Game Designer Internship

Design the Worlds. Shape the Systems. Build the Future of Interactive Entertainment. Location:

Remote |

Duration:

120–365 Days

At

USA Entertainment Ventures , we design interactive experiences that help creators, athletes, and emerging professionals learn, explore, and build real‑world skills through play. Our games blend storytelling, simulation, creativity, and hands‑on discovery—empowering users to practice decision‑making, develop confidence, and engage with meaningful digital worlds.

As a

Game Designer Intern , you’ll help shape the mechanics, systems, and player journeys that bring these experiences to life. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to design games that are intuitive, purposeful, and fun—whether you’re building creative learning tools, simulation‑style challenges, or youth‑centered competitive formats.

You’ll help design the core experiences that guide and motivate players by:

Creating engaging gameplay mechanics, progression systems, and player experiences from concept to prototype

Collaborating with writers, artists, programmers, and sound designers to build cohesive, immersive games

Crafting intuitive user flows, feedback loops, and challenge‑reward structures that support learning and exploration

Prototyping ideas, testing with users, and iterating based on feedback, accessibility needs, and learning outcomes

You’ll Learn To

Apply game design principles to educational, creative, and simulation‑style environments

Work within production pipelines using Unity, Unreal Engine, and other development tools

Collaborate in an agile, fast‑paced environment focused on youth innovation and digital learning

Contribute to national creative learning initiatives and youth‑centered competitive game formats

Build a polished portfolio with real contributions to interactive learning and entertainment‑driven projects

Requirements

Strong interest in game design for education, creative learning, or youth‑centered interactive media

Understanding of gameplay loops, player psychology, and foundational level design concepts

Student‑level proficiency in Unity, Unreal, or similar engines

Strong collaboration skills and a self‑driven, creative mindset

Availability for virtual meetings:

Mondays @ 9:00 AM MST

Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM MST

Fridays @ 8:00 AM MST

SkillBridge participants: Thursdays @ 9:00 AM MST

Bonus Skills (Not Required, But Helpful)

Storyboarding, scripting, or narrative design experience

Basic coding skills (C#, Python, or visual scripting)

Familiarity with youth esports, competitive gaming, or creative learning platforms

Understanding of simulator hardware or UI/UX constraints

Design games that help young people learn, explore careers, and build real‑world skills

Contribute to youth‑centered creative programs and competitive digital experiences

Collaborate with developers, designers, and media strategists across disciplines

Earn mentorship, portfolio‑ready project documentation, and eligibility for a paid apprenticeship

Receive a certificate of completion and professional recommendation based on performance

Help shape the next generation of creative, educational, and entertainment‑driven interactive experiences.

Apply now to become a Game Designer Intern at USA Entertainment Ventures.

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