WDI Art & Media Pipeline Internship - Glendale, CA Summer 2018 -Job ID531342BRLocationGlendale, California, United StatesBusinessDisney Parks & ResortsBrandWalt Disney ImagineeringDate posted03/15/2018 We Change Lives. Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of The Walt Disney Company. Its talented corps of Imagineers is responsible for the creation - from concept initiation through installation - of all Disney Resorts, theme parks and attractions, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, and new media projects. What were looking for An intern developer to assist with programming tasks and technical responsibilities within the Technology Studio. This Studio is a group of technologists working within Imagineering to create and deploy software and software/hardware integration tools to help increase the capabilities of Imagineering art and design practice. -ResponsibilitiesYou will -Perform digital pipeline tools development for 3D content creation including theme-park visualizations, animated animatronic animations, ride vehicles, simulated projectors, and other dynamic show elements -Troubleshoot and support previously built software products and/or proof-of-concepts -Engage with designers and artists to better support them and gather new requirements -Basic QualificationsWhat you bring to the role -Programming proficiency in both higher-level scripting languages such as Python and lower-level compiled languages such as C/C++ -Strong communication skills (written and spoken) -Ability to learn new APIs and SDKs quickly -Autodesk Maya and/or MotionBuilder scripting and API (C++/Python/MEL) development experience -Strong 3D math skills and computer graphics programming experience (OpenGL/DirectX) -Game engine development (game logic, plugin, core engine) experience -Understanding of digital art pipeline for VFX and/or video games -Knowledge of commercial software applications including: -Game engines (Unreal, Unity, Panda3D, etc.) -3D content creation software (Autodesk Maya, MotionBuilder, SolidWorks, etc.) -Experience working with computer hardware and input devices -Preferred Qualifications -Virtual Reality experience in both content development and/or systems development -UI/UX prototyping or programming experience and/or tools (PyQt, Qt, Wx, CSS) -Shader programming experience (GLSL/HLSL/Cg) -3D Animation rigging experience -Web programming (HTML5/CSS3, jQuery, Django) -Computer Vision experience -Robotics programming experience -Required Education -Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated within the past 6 months, from an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in Computer Science, Interactive Media or similar field -Company OverviewThe Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world. -Additional InformationInternship Eligibility: -Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship -Must be at least 18 years of age -Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program. -Must possess unrestricted work authorization -Must provide full work availability -Must provide own transportation to/from work -Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months) Program Length:The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2018 through August/September 2018. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship. Recommendation Print or Save This Role Description:Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. This position is a legal entity of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, an equal opportunity employer. -(DIV)