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Game Design Internship

At Focuspoint Studios, we’re building a strong, talented team to work on exciting Unreal Engine projects. As part of the Reignite Group, alongside Zeal (our game framework division) and Current Games (our publishing arm), we operate within an ecosystem that fosters innovation, cross-discipline collaboration, and technical excellence across all facets of game development.

Our focus is on full-cycle development, co-development, and porting games to multiple platforms. We are a team of highly experienced professionals and ambitious talent, all working together to create high-quality games in a supportive, knowledge-driven environment, where technical precision and artistic vision go hand in hand.

We’re currently looking for a Game Design Intern to join our team. Are you passionate about creating engaging gameplay experiences and eager to learn from an experienced development team? Then you might be the intern we’re looking for!

How you’ll make an impact:

Assist in designing game mechanics, features, and levels that contribute to an engaging player experience.
Support the prototyping and iteration of gameplay ideas in Unreal Engine.
Collaborate closely with other disciplines to ensure features are aligned and fully realized.
Help create and maintain clear, concise design documentation that keeps the team aligned around goals and deliverables.
Participate in internal playtests and design reviews, where you’ll learn to identify challenges and think critically about player experience.
Bring your fresh perspective and ideas to the team, we value curiosity and creative input, even if you’re still learning.

What we are looking for:

Currently enrolled in a relevant game development education.
Available for a full-time internship (40 hours per week) for at least 20 weeks (on-site).
A representable portfolio showing your best work (preferably with workflow breakdowns).
Strong understanding of game design principles, mechanics, and game flow.
Entry level experience with Unreal Engine.
Solid understanding of the game development cycle.
Ability to create and maintain clear, structured design documentation for features, systems, or levels.
Passion for creating compelling and enjoyable gameplay experiences.
Ability to analyse feedback and reflect on playtest results to improve designs.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements.
Known for strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.
Self-motivated with a desire to continuously learn and develop new skills.
Strong English communication skills in both verbal and written capacity.

What makes you stand out:

Experience with relevant tools and workflows to quickly translate design ideas visually (Photoshop, Canva or other equivalent software).
Familiarity with different development methodologies, including Agile
Passion for staying up to date with the latest developments and trends within game design.

Why you will love an internship at Focuspoint:

Internship allowance.
Direct impact: Your ideas matter. You’ll have a real influence on the games we develop.
Experienced, supportive colleagues: Join a team that values both individual ownership and shared expertise.
Exciting projects: Engage in a variety of projects, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling work experience.
Flexible work arrangements: Flexible starting times.
A diverse workforce: Work with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds and perspectives.
A beautiful office: Located on the top floor, just steps away from Assen central station.

Our hiring process:

Apply – Send us your resume, portfolio, and a short motivation.
First interview – Let’s talk! We want to learn more about you, your experience, and what you’re looking for.
Second interview – A follow-up to dive deeper where needed and ensure there’s a strong mutual fit.
Internship offer – If it’s a match, we’ll send you an internship offer and hopefully welcome you to the team!

Location:

For this internship, we only consider candidates who are nationals of an EEA country, or non-EEA candidates who are currently enrolled at a Dutch educational institution and are eligible to complete this internship as part of their studies.

Join us, as you are!

At Focuspoint Studios, we believe that great games are made by diverse teams. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace for everyone—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, nationality, or any other part of your identity or personal circumstances. We celebrate what makes you, you.

If you connect with our vision and want to bring your talents to our team, we’d love to hear from you!

Questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us!