- Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Cognitive Science, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience gained through work, research projects, community work, or independent study.
- Experience contributing to a game project or a demonstrated passion for games and player experience.
- Familiarity with research methods such as surveys, interviews, usability testing, or observation through coursework, projects, or practical experience.
- Curiosity about how people work, with an empathetic listening style and the ability to ask clear, neutral follow-up questions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize research findings and share insights clearly.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when working with research participants, study materials, and data.
- Willingness to learn unfamiliar tools and collaborate with researchers, tool owners, and game development teams.
- Familiarity with Jira, Miro, Confluence, survey platforms, or similar tools is a plus. Prior experience with specific studio tools is not required.
Eligibility
- Students with expected graduation between May 2026 and December 2029 from an accredited university. Advanced degree- Master's
- Able to work during one of the following periods: May 17th - August 6th or June 14th - September 3rd. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
- Must be available for the entire 12-week internship period.
At this time, SIE will only consider applicants who are authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from SIE now or in the future to maintain their authorization to work in the United States.
Our intern positions offer a fixed hourly pay rate. Please note that the pay rate is exclusive to the internship period and may not reflect what pay may look like following the completion of an internship.
At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.