Job Type: Internships

Are you a passionate animator who loves infusing emotion, weight, and personality into digital characters? Do you spend hours refining keyframe arcs, anticipating movements, and capturing the perfect flow of motion? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on 3D Animator Internship designed for aspiring character animators, motion artists, and movement specialists. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive mechanical loops during this Rural Games 3D Animator Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your keyframe animations and cinematic sequences will directly animate the characters and worlds of our active game development projects. Internship Overview : 3D Animator Intern Detail Specification Role Title 3D Animator Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 20–25 Hours per week Openings 5 Positions Reports Type Lead Animator Target Flagship Titles Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) & Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+)   What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our animation division, producing movement assets that thousands of players will experience on Steam. Your artistic efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, requiring dynamic combat, responsive locomotion, and high-octane character movements. Platform 13: A terrifying, psychological horror experience where subtle idle loops, eerie movements, and tense cinematic sequences drive the narrative dread. Your core focus will be Keyframe Animation and Character Motion, transforming static models into breathing, expressive digital actors. What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our 3D Animator Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and technical. You will be responsible for: Keyframe Animation: Create expressive, weighty, and fluid keyframe animations strictly using Blender for gameplay, cinematics, and idle loops. Gameplay Sequences: Animate complex actions including combat mechanics, character locomotion, and immersive cinematic sequences. Rigging Collaboration: Work closely with riggers to test character setups, provide feedback, and improve joint deformations. Polishing & Iteration: Iterate rapidly on director feedback to polish timings, spacing, silhouettes, and emotional poses. Engine Exporting: Clean up and export animation assets, ensuring seamless integration into the game engine pipeline.   Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria We are looking for dedicated animators who possess a deep mastery of motion principles and technical execution within Blender. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in Blender for character and object animation (Strictly Required). A rock-solid grasp of the 12 classic principles of animation (timing, spacing, squash and stretch, etc.). Demonstrated experience animating bipedal characters, creature movement, or action sequences. The proven ability to convey physical weight, momentum, and character emotion through movement. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with facial animation, blend shapes, or lip-syncing workflows. Basic rigging skills within Blender to troubleshoot or adjust joint hierarchies. Familiarity with game engine state machines, such as Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints or Unity Animator. Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what animation reels and motion clips you can build! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable workstation capable of running 3D software for seamless remote collaboration. What’s in It for You: Internship Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages animation pipelines from keyframing to engine integration. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Lead Animator to sharpen your technical execution and artistic timing. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game animations and professional motion reels to your resume.   How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to bring virtual characters to life and apply today for the Rural Games 3D Animator Internship!

Are you a passionate 3D artist who loves crafting the intricate details, weapons, vehicles, and everyday objects that make virtual environments feel truly lived-in? Do you spend hours perfecting surface textures, hard-surface modeling, and material realism? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on 3D Prop Artist Internship designed for aspiring asset modelers, prop creators, and digital artists. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive conceptual shapes during this Rural Games 3D Prop Artist Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your 3D models and detailed props will directly populate the thrilling and terrifying worlds of our active game development projects. Internship Overview : 3D Prop Artist Intern Detail Specification Role Title 3D Prop Artist Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 20–25 Hours per week Openings 5 Positions Reports To Lead Environment Artist Target Flagship Titles Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) & Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+)   What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our art division, producing prop assets that thousands of players will interact with on Steam. Your artistic efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Platform 13: A terrifying, psychological horror experience where chilling, story-driven objects, eerie artifacts, and detailed set-dressing props are essential for building suffocating suspense. Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, requiring gritty weapons, urban street clutter, and high-performance vehicles. Your core focus will be Hard-Surface and Organic Prop Creation, translating conceptual ideas into optimized, fully realized 3D items. What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our 3D Prop Artist Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and technical. You will be responsible for: Prop Modeling: Create detailed high-poly and low-poly props, weapons, vehicles, and everyday items strictly using Blender. UV Unwrapping & Atlases: Execute efficient UV unwrapping strategies and texture atlas mapping to maximize performance. PBR Texturing: Develop realistic Physically Based Rendering (PBR) textures to ensure authentic material definitions across different lighting conditions. Mesh Optimization: Optimize geometry, reduce polygon counts, and meet strict performance constraints for game engines. Engine Exporting: Organize asset hierarchies and export polished props directly into our development pipeline.   Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria We are looking for dedicated 3D prop artists who combine technical tool proficiency in Blender with a sharp eye for scale, proportion, and surface detail. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in Blender for modeling and prop creation (Strictly Required). Strong command of both hard-surface and organic modeling techniques. A solid understanding of PBR texturing pipelines and material properties. Exceptional attention to detail, real-world scale, and spatial proportion. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience using Substance Painter for detailed texturing and weathering effects. Familiarity with importing and setting up assets within game engines. A strong portfolio showcasing individual prop breakdowns and wireframes. Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what 3D props you can build! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable workstation capable of running 3D software for seamless remote collaboration.   What’s in It for You: Internship Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages asset pipelines from modeling to engine integration. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Lead Environment Artist to sharpen your technical execution and artistic eye. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game assets and professional 3D props to your resume.   How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to build the fine details that define great game worlds and apply today for the Rural Games 3D Prop Artist Internship!

Are you a passionate 3D character artist who loves sculpting expressive faces, detailed outfits, and memorable figures for video games? Do you spend hours mastering topology, anatomy, and texturing to make digital characters feel truly authentic? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on 3D Character Artist Internship designed for aspiring character modelers, sculptors, and digital artists. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive conceptual assets during this Rural Games 3D Character Artist Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your 3D models and character designs will directly populate the thrilling worlds of our active game development projects. Internship Overview : 3D Character Artist Intern Detail Specification Role Title 3D Character Artist Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 20–25 Hours per week Openings 4 Positions Reports To Art Director Target Flagship Titles Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) & Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+) What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our art division, producing character assets that thousands of players will interact with on Steam. Your artistic efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, requiring gritty, diverse, and stylized character models suited for dynamic urban environments. Platform 13: A terrifying, psychological horror experience where eerie, unsettling character designs are crucial for driving narrative suspense. Your core focus will be Game-Ready Character Modeling and Rig-Ready Topology, translating concept art into fully realized, optimized 3D characters. What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our 3D Character Artist Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and technical. You will be responsible for: Game-Ready Modeling: Create optimized, production-ready 3D characters strictly using Blender to meet strict game performance metrics. Topology & Retopology: Execute clean UV unwrapping, retopology, and high-poly to low-poly baking pipelines within Blender. Texturing & Materials: Texture characters and apparel using Substance Painter to achieve realistic material definitions. Animation Collaboration: Work side-by-side with our animation team to ensure proper edge flow and topology for seamless rigging and deformation. Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria We are looking for dedicated character artists who combine technical proficiency in Blender with a deep anatomical understanding of form and movement. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in Blender for 3D modeling, retopology, and UV unwrapping (Strictly Required). A strong, intuitive understanding of human anatomy, proportions, and silhouette. Mastery of low-poly modeling techniques and mesh optimization. Familiarity with high-poly to low-poly baking workflows. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience using ZBrush for high-poly organic sculpting. Proficiency with Substance Painter for detailed texturing. Basic understanding of game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, as well as cloth simulation principles.   Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what 3D characters you can build! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable workstation capable of running 3D software for seamless remote collaboration.   What’s in It for You: Internship Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages character pipelines from modeling to engine integration. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Art Director to sharpen your technical execution and artistic eye. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game characters and professional 3D assets to your resume. How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to build unforgettable game characters and apply today for the Rural Games 3D Character Artist Internship!

Are you a passionate 3D artist who loves crafting atmospheric worlds, detailed architecture, and immersive digital landscapes? Do you spend hours perfecting textures, lighting, and modular layouts to make game environments feel truly alive? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on 3D Environment Artist Internship designed for aspiring level modelers, environment creators, and world-builders. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive conceptual assets during this Rural Games 3D Environment Artist Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your 3D models and modular kits will directly build the terrifying and thrilling worlds of our active game development projects. Internship Overview : 3D Environment Artist Intern Detail Specification Role Title 3D Environment Artist Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 20–25 Hours per week Openings 5 Positions Reports To Lead Environment Artist Target Flagship Titles Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) & Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+)   What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our art division, producing 3D environments that thousands of players will explore on Steam. Your artistic efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Platform 13: A terrifying, psychological horror experience where claustrophobic, eerie, and highly detailed environment art is essential for driving suspense and dread. Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, requiring expansive, gritty, and structurally diverse urban layouts. Your core focus will be Modular Environment Construction and World Building, translating concept designs into optimized, fully realized 3D spaces.   What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our 3D Environment Artist Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and technical. You will be responsible for: Modeling & UV Unwrapping: Model detailed 3D environment assets, props, and architectural elements strictly using Blender, followed by precise UV unwrapping. Modular Kit Design: Build flexible modular environment kits that Level Designers can easily use to construct varied and complex game levels. Texturing & PBR Workflows: Texture assets using industry-standard tools like Substance Painter to create realistic physical materials. Engine Optimization: Ensure all 3D assets are properly optimized, clean-meshed, and ready for integration into game engines. Scene Population & Collaboration: Work side-by-side with Level Designers to assemble, dress, and populate scenes for maximum visual storytelling impact.   Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria Rural Games is looking for dedicated 3D artists who combine technical proficiency in Blender with a strong artistic eye for composition and space. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in Blender for 3D modeling and asset creation (Strictly Required). A strong, intuitive understanding of environment composition, scale, and architectural proportion. Solid knowledge of clean UV unwrapping and mesh optimization techniques. Familiarity with PBR (Physically Based Rendering) texturing workflows. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience using Substance Painter or Substance Designer for advanced material creation. Prior experience assembling and lighting environment scenes in Unity or Unreal Engine. A functional understanding of digital lighting principles to enhance mood and atmosphere. Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what 3D worlds you can build! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable workstation capable of running 3D software for seamless remote collaboration.   What’s in It for You: Internship Perks Rural Games want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages 3D pipelines from modeling to engine integration. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Lead Environment Artist to sharpen your technical execution and artistic eye. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game environments and professional 3D assets to your resume.   How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to build unforgettable game worlds and apply today for the Rural Games 3D Environment Artist Internship!

Are you a creative problem solver who loves crafting seamless digital experiences and stunning visual interfaces? Do you look at video game menus, heads-up displays, and player navigation and think about how they could be even better? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on UI/UX Internship designed for aspiring interface designers, game developers, and user experience enthusiasts. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive conceptual wireframes during this Rural Games UI/UX Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your design work will directly shape how players interact with and experience our active game development projects. Internship Overview : UI/UX Intern Detail Specification Role Title UI/UX Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 15–20 Hours per week Openings 4 Positions Reports To Lead Designer Target Flagship Titles Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) & Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+)   What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our design division, producing interface systems that thousands of players will experience on Steam. Your creative efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Platform 13: A terrifying, atmospheric psychological horror experience where minimalist, haunting UI design is crucial for building tension and immersion. Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, requiring sleek, dynamic, and responsive heads-up displays. Your core focus will be User-Centric Interface Design and Prototyping, ensuring that every player journey feels intuitive, striking, and completely seamless. What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our UI/UX Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and collaborative. You will be responsible for: Wireframing & User Flows: Map out user journeys and build structural wireframes to establish clear, logical navigation paths for game menus. High-Fidelity UI Creation: Design polished, high-fidelity UI assets, custom icons, and visual elements that match each game’s distinct artistic identity. Interactive Prototyping: Build functional, interactive prototypes in Figma to test user interactions, menu flows, and transition animations. Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with programmers and developers to ensure accurate UI implementation and smooth integration into the game engine.   Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria We are looking for detail-oriented designers who combine technical tool proficiency with a deep empathy for the player experience. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma or Adobe XD. Strong command of graphic tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. A solid understanding of foundational design principles, including typography, grid layouts, and color theory. An unwavering focus on user-centric design and intuitive usability. Nice-to-Have Skills: Prior experience designing user interfaces specifically for video games. Familiarity with game engine UI frameworks such as Unity UI or Unreal UMG. Basic knowledge of interaction design and motion feedback principles. Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what you can design, wireframe, or build! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable workstation for seamless remote collaboration. What’s in It for You: Internship Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages design pipelines from concept to implementation. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Lead Designer to sharpen your technical and creative skill set. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game interface designs and professional assets to your resume. How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to build unforgettable player interfaces and apply today for the Rural Games UI/UX Internship!

  Are you a passionate storyteller who loves turning raw footage into cinematic masterpieces? Do you spend hours analyzing video pacing, gaming montages, and viral TikTok trends? Rural Games is offering an incredible, hands-on Video Editor Internship designed for aspiring filmmakers, content creators, and video production enthusiasts. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience working directly on real-world Steam PC games. Instead of working on isolated test projects or repetitive stock footage assignments during this Rural Games Video Editor Internship, you will be right at the heart of our studio. Your creative edits will directly showcase our games to a worldwide audience, building excitement for our active game development projects. Internship Overview : Video Editor Intern Detail Specification Role Title Video Editor Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 15–20 Hours per week Openings 5 Positions Reports To Marketing Director Target Flagship Titles Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) & Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+) What You Will Work On: Studio Projects At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in a corner; you will be an integral part of our marketing division, producing promotional material that reaches thousands of potential players. Your creative efforts will directly support our current flagship titles: Platform 13: A terrifying, atmospheric psychological horror experience designed to keep players on the edge of their seats with tense, gripping visuals. Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills, dynamic action sequences, and high-octane chases. Your core focus will be Visual Storytelling and Promotional Content Creation, capturing the essence of our games and translating it into breathtaking video assets. What You Will Do: Day-to-Day Responsibilities As our Video Editor Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will be dynamic, creative, and fast-paced. You will be responsible for: Trailer & Teaser Production: Transform raw gameplay footage, developer interviews, and cinematic shots into high-impact trailers and teaser clips. Short-Form Content Creation: Craft engaging vertical video clips optimized for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels to capture viral traction. Color Grading & Styling: Color grade video footage meticulously to match the distinct aesthetic and cinematic style of each individual game. Audio & Sound Design: Seamlessly sync audio tracks, music beds, and sound effects to elevate the emotional impact and pacing of your edits. Strategy Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to brainstorm new content angles, video structures, and campaign rollouts.   Who We Are Looking For: Candidate Criteria We are looking for creative visionaries with a sharp eye for detail and a deep understanding of rhythm, tone, and digital media trends. Essential Qualifications: Proficiency in industry-standard editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro. A strong, intuitive sense of visual pacing, timing, and narrative flow. Familiarity with basic motion graphics and text animations. An innate understanding of modern social media video trends and consumer attention spans. Nice-to-Have Skills: Prior experience editing gaming content, let’s-plays, or gaming montages. Basic audio mixing and balancing skills. Familiarity with Photoshop or similar tools for eye-catching thumbnail creation. Advanced motion graphics capabilities using Adobe After Effects. Who Can Apply: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what you can edit, build, or create! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable editing rig for seamless remote collaboration.   What’s in It for You: Internship Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how a professional studio manages video marketing pipelines. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Marketing Director to sharpen your post-production skills. Massive Portfolio Building: Add published Steam game trailers and high-performing social media campaigns to your resume.   How to Join Us: Application Roadmap Stage 1: Application Submission Stage 2: Application & Portfolio Review Stage 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Stage 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Stage 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to bring immersive game worlds to life and apply today for the Rural Games Video Editor Internship!

Are you organized, deeply empathetic, and passionate about how great teams come together? Do you want a behind-the-scenes look at how an independent game development studio operates? Rural Games is offering an exciting, hands-on HR Internship designed for aspiring human resources professionals, studio managers, and organizational talents. This is a global, remote, and unpaid 3-month opportunity that provides authentic, industry-standard experience within the fast-paced world of video game development. Instead of dealing with repetitive academic simulations during this Rural Games HR Internship, you will work directly within our studio operations, supporting the talented people bringing our Steam PC titles to life. Job Summary : HR Intern Detail Specification Role Title HR Intern Company Rural Games Location Remote (Global) Compensation Unpaid (With Performance-Based LOR & Certificate) Duration 3 Months Time Commitment 15–20 Hours per week Openings 4 Positions Reports To HR Manager Target Flagship Titles Platform 13 (Psychological Horror) & Zero Drag (Open-World Crime) Eligibility Students, Freshers, Self-taught Developers, Recent Graduates (18+) Project Information & Real Studio Operations At Rural Games, we believe that interns learn best by contributing to real, active studio workflows. You will not be tucked away in an administrative silo during your Rural Games HR Internship; you will be an integral part of managing our distributed global workforce. Your operational efforts directly support the development teams behind our current flagship titles: Platform 13: A terrifying, atmospheric psychological horror experience. Zero Drag: An action-packed, open-world crime game built for high-speed thrills. Your core focus will be Studio Operations and People Management, ensuring our remote teams have the structure, support, and culture they need to thrive. Core Responsibilities as HR intern As our HR Internship participant, your day-to-day activities will focus on talent acquisition, onboarding, and culture building. You will be responsible for: Talent Acquisition Support: Assist in screening applicant resumes and portfolios to help identify top-tier creative talent for various studio roles. Interview Coordination: Streamline the recruitment pipeline by scheduling interviews efficiently with department leads across different time zones. Remote Onboarding: Help welcome and integrate new interns and team members into our digital workspace and collaboration tools. Culture & Engagement: Brainstorm, organize, and host virtual team-building events to keep our remote studio connected and motivated. Data Maintenance: Keep employee records, tracking portals, and internal documentation organized and up to date.   Qualifications & Requirements We are looking for detail-oriented, professional individuals who care deeply about workplace culture and human connection. Required Skills: Strong, clear written and verbal communication skills. A high level of emotional intelligence, empathy, and professional discretion. Comfortable working with Google Workspace or similar cloud-based productivity suites. Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. Preferred Skills: A genuine interest in or passion for the video game industry. Familiarity with community management platforms like Discord. Basic working knowledge of digital recruitment platforms and applicant tracking tools. Eligibility Criteria: Open to current students, freshers, self-taught developers, and recent graduates. Must be 18 years or older. A strong portfolio is strictly required. Show us what you can build or organize! Must possess a stable internet connection and a reliable device for seamless remote collaboration.   Internship Benefits & Perks We want to make sure your time with Rural Games provides immense professional value for your career development: Official Internship Certificate: Formal recognition of your contribution and tenure with an indie game studio. Letter of Recommendation: Earned through strong, dedicated performance during your 3-month term. Real Indie Game Workflow Experience: Gain firsthand insight into how game studios operate behind the scenes. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with our HR Manager to sharpen your operational and people-management skills. Massive Portfolio Building: Add professional studio operations experience to your resume.   Hiring Process Steps Step 1: Application Submission Step 2: Application & Portfolio Review Step 3: Interview (If required based on portfolio strength) Step 4: Selection Email & Official Offer Letter Issuance Step 5: Remote Onboarding & Team Introduction State your intent to build a thriving studio culture and apply today for the Rural Games HR Internship!