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Game Designer Intern - Summer 2027 (Apex Legends)

Respawn Entertainment · Madison, WI

Aggregator listing≈$13-$42/hr

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Role overview

What you'll own

  • LTM Prototyping: Assist in the conceptual loop and rapid prototyping of Limited Time Modes (LTMs), seasonal events, and creative sandbox changes.
  • Gameplay Scripting: Utilize scripting languages and game engine tools to hook up mode specific logic, tweak ability or weapon parameters, construct loot-table distributions, and handle zone configurations.
  • Systems Balancing: Work closely with other Designers to monitor, review, and fine-tune live telemetry (Loot, Ring Pacing, Mode performance) to make strategic adjustments and improve the experience.
  • Playtesting & Validation: Accumulate and synthesize qualitative game mode feedback and identify critical scripting edge-case bugs.

Requirements and eligibility

  • Student Requirements: You must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program (Computer Science, Game Design, or equivalent quantitative/creative track) and return to your studies upon completion of the internship.
  • EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Preferred, not required

  • Experience analyzing foundational mathematical odds, drop matrices, or variance curves.
  • Familiarity working with multiplayer networking constraints or client/server replication loops.
  • We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA.

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Sep 26, 2026

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