CG Generalist Intern, Disney Animation - Winter 2026 Job at Walt Disney Animation Studios, Burbank, CA

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  • Walt Disney Animation Studios
  • Burbank, CA

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Internship Program

Have you wondered how your skills and talents could translate into the world of animation? Our Internship Program dives into the craft, technology, and operations behind our animated films while developing your skills and connecting you to industry mentors. You'll learn what it means to be a part of a collaborative team and how your unique talents can grow within our studio. Find yourself immersed in hands-on projects and learning guided by our artists, technologists, and production leaders.

Location:  Burbank, CA

As a CG Generalist Intern, you will be exposed to various departments within our pipeline. Learn more about our filmmaking process here . Within your internship program, you will be offered individualized mentorship as you explore the following disciplines:

  • Animation - Character performance and acting

  • Character TD - Rigging, hair and cloth simulation, technical animation

  • Crowds - Background characters to populate scenes

  • Effects - Elements like fire, smoke, rain, magic, and debris 

  • Layout - CG camera blocking for storytelling purposes

  • Lighting - Illuminate scenes, characters, and objects

  • Modeling - Greyscales and wireframes of natural terrain, architecture, vehicle or prop models, humans, and creatures

  • Set Extension - Stylistically extend a digital environment, creating backgrounds and landscapes 

  • Texturing/Surfacing - Natural elements, foliage, sand, trees

Key Qualifications

  • Working knowledge/understanding of software such as Maya, Houdini, Blender, ZBrush, Nuke, Photoshop or any other state-of-the-art tools

  • Strong eye for visual appeal 

  • Background in art, animation, or filmmaking a plus

  • Scripting (MEL, Python, C++) a plus

  • Familiar with Linux systems a plus

  • Must be enrolled in a post-secondary educational program (such as a community college, college, university, graduate school, trade school, or accredited online program), or have graduated within six months of our internship program start date

Application Requirements

To apply, you must upload a resume including your school and expected graduation date and the below:

  • Please submit a website, portfolio, or reel (max length 2 min) to demonstrate your interest and experience in the listed disciplines 

  • Include shot breakdown on your reel if applicable 

Deadline for applications is on November 9, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST. 

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The pay rate for this role in Burbank is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: . 

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, California is $22.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit:

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