Unreal Engine Programmer Intern
Tencent · Auckland, North Island · Full time · Onsite
At a glance
Unreal Engine Programmer Intern at Tencent, working with C++ / C, Git / CI/CD and AI / Machine Learning.
- Location
- Auckland, North Island
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Technologies
- C++ / C, Git / CI/CD, AI / Machine Learning
Key requirements
- Fix bugs and solve technical issues.
- Collaborate with content creators and developers on tools, rendering, animation, physics, gameplay or data science features.
- Learn and apply advanced UE5 features in real game projects.
- Develop and optimise physics systems for real‑time and offline simulations.
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About this role
Tencent's LightSpeed Studios is seeking an Unreal Engine Programmer Intern to work with its game development teams on cutting‑edge 3D engine technologies. The role suits students in Computer Science, Math or Physics who love video games and want hands‑on experience with UE5. You will help fix bugs, develop tools, and optimise physics systems.
Key details
- Location: Auckland, North Island
- Level: Junior
What you'll do
- Fix bugs and solve technical issues.
- Collaborate with content creators and developers on tools, rendering, animation, physics, gameplay or data science features.
- Learn and apply advanced UE5 features in real game projects.
- Develop and optimise physics systems for real‑time and offline simulations.
What you'll need
Must have
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Math, or Physics
- Strong understanding of 3D Math principles
- Proficiency in C++
Nice to have
- Publications on programming, graphics/vision, math, machine learning, or robotics
- Past experience on published games or applications
- Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Unity, graphics APIs, and GPU programming
Tech stack
Unreal Engine, UE5, C++, Unity, graphics APIs, GPU programming
What's on offer
- Dynamic and creative work environment
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Opportunity to contribute to AAA game projects
- Competitive compensation
- Potential for future career opportunities within Tencent Games
How to stand out for this role
Likely interview topics
- Debugging and problem‑solving approaches for engine bugs
- Applying 3D math concepts to physics and rendering tasks
- C++ coding standards and performance optimisation in UE5
- Understanding of UE5 toolchain and recent feature set
- Collaboration workflow with artists and designers
Keywords to mirror in your CV
Unreal Engine, UE5, C++, 3D Math, physics systems
What to show
- A small UE5 demo showcasing custom physics or animation tools you built.
- A GitHub project that solves a specific engine bug or adds a rendering feature, with clear documentation of the 3D math involved.
How to apply
Use the Apply button on this page to submit your application.
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