Spring Paid Intern - Feature Lighting

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

Spring 2027 Feature Lighting Internship:
• Applications close: October 19, 2026 at 11:59pm PT
• Program Dates: January 25 - April 2, 2027
• Time Commitment: Full-Time (40 hours per week required)
• Format: In Person

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”
• Works closely with CG Supervisor and Lead Lighter to achieve the visual target for assigned shots or lighting tasks and address all lighting notes.
• Responsible for taking shots to completion.
• Works well with others and fosters a good working atmosphere.
• Troubleshoots creative and technical issues as they arise.
• As needed, organizes and documents any lighting tools, scripts, or processes.
• Collaborates with other departments for timely integration of elements into assigned shots.
• Manages individual shot load based on the schedule to meet timelines.
• Attends dailies, lighting launches and any other team or department meetings as required.
• Responsible for informing CG Supervisor of any shot issues.
• Participates in the testing of new technologies as required.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or being a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date).
• Passion for working as part of a lighting team in feature animation.
• Desire to learn all aspects of the lighting pipeline.
• Curiosity and teamwork.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to work in Glendale, California.
• Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Desired Qualifications
“What can I offer?”
• Some understanding of the lighting process, including rendering and compositing as well as the tools and skills required to be a lighting artist.