C++ Software Engineer Intern (UFC - Vancouver - Summer 2027 - 8-months)
Electronic Arts6 hours ago
Vancouver, CanadaIntern
Responsibilities
- Develop and debug features, systems, and tools for a cross-platform game.
- Write C/C++ code that ships with the game.
- Apply best practices to maximize game performance across PC and console platforms.
- Collaborate with engineers, artists, designers, and producers to take features from idea to screen.
- Use AI-assisted development tools to explore code, prototype, and test faster.
- Clearly describe contributions to submitted projects, games, or tools.
Requirements
- Be legally authorized to work in Canada for the entire internship; visa sponsorship is not available.
- Be enrolled in an accredited degree program and return to school for at least one semester after the internship.
- Be graduating in May 2028 or later, including time needed to complete the internship.
- Be enrolled in a related field such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
- Have entry-level experience, with prior internship, coursework, or personal C++ projects valued.
- Be familiar with C++ and at least one other programming language.
- Understand object-oriented programming and have used vector math or trigonometry in a project.
- Be curious about AI-assisted development tools and able to explain, test, and stand behind submitted code.
- Provide an expected graduation date, project examples, and a cover letter.
Benefits
- 8-month internship beginning in May 2027.
- Onsite work at the Burnaby studio three days per week, Tuesday through Thursday.
- Benefits may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and career and community wellness support.
- Opportunities for learning, experimentation, and professional growth.
Tech Stack
Categories
Gaming
About Electronic Arts
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