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Programmer | Internship

Velan Studios
Troy, NY Other
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Intern | Programmer 
Onsite (Troy, New York, United States) 

We are Velan Studios, an independent game developer with a passion for the unconventional, and we are looking for programmers to intern with us. We have two requirements: 

  • We use C for engine and tools development. We use a proprietary scripting language for gameplay and user interface development. As an intern, you should be comfortable in C/C , OR have implemented gameplay or user interface (in any language) for a substantial game project. 
  • Our curiosity drives us. You must be deeply curious about something and have some evidence of that curiosity. We are looking for interns that demonstrate a pattern of persistent and self-motivated exploration. 
  • Internships and coop experiences typically range from 3 to 6 months in length, 40 hours a week. (This is not a hard and fast rule, and we are happy to consider exceptions.) As an intern, you can expect to work on real code for real products as part of Velan’s programming group. All internships are paid. Interns must be able to work in our studio in Troy, NY for the duration of the internship.  

    We use a collaborative, cross-discipline, and iterative development process. We work on constrained hardware (CPU, GPU, memory) and with hard performance targets (60Hz refresh rate). Beyond that, the problem domain is very broad. Some projects previous interns have worked on include: 

    • Console graphics tech to support a new IP. 
    • Web-based continuous integration tools. 
    • Level building tools for designers and artists. 

    In addition to the two requirements above, interns need to be ready to embrace our studio values including: 

    • World class through unconventional thinking. 
    • Respect for players and colleagues. Ready for the responsibility that comes from that respect. 
    • Regional technology and game development community engagement. 

    This is a paid internship. Hourly rate is $25/hour.

    Please note this internship is onsite only. Velan Studios is located in Troy, NY.

    Salary : $25

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