Animation Production Intern

Dreamworks Animation

Posted on 10/9/2025

NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal

Compensation Overview

$17.87/hr

Glendale, CA, USA

Hybrid

This position requires working from the office a minimum of three days per week, increasing to four days per week starting January 5, 2026.

Job Description

"What would you say you do here?”

A Production Intern will be assigned to either a feature film or animated television show and gain insight into production responsibilities, workflows and processes. Additionally, they will be able to observe and learn about the animation pipeline and creative process. 

Production Interns handle various production activities under the direction of their Production Manager. Interns will help to take on new challenges in efforts to gain a more detailed knowledge of the animation industry, animated television or feature pipeline and workflows. 

Interns must have strong written and verbal communication skills, are self-motivated, are outstanding teammates who take initiative, have the ability to prioritize multiple requests, have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 

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 be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)

  • Knowledge of office management software (Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.) is vital

  • Candidates should be well organized, highly self-motivated individuals who function well in fast-paced, frenetic production based environments

  • Must be confident and proactive with excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)

  • Must feel comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization

  • Must be 18 years of age or older

  • Must be willing to work in Glendale, California

  • Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Desired Characteristics: “What can I offer?” 

  • Film/TV, Animation/Illustration, Media Studies or related majors preferred.

  • Proven understanding of Shotgun is a plus

Hourly Rate:  $17.87

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.