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Tencent · 1 month ago

Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

positionBellevue, WA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$27/hr - $57.70/hr

Tencent is a leading company in game development, and they are seeking a Game Research & Development Intern to work with scientists on advanced techniques in game technology. The role involves researching and developing tools and pipelines for various aspects of game development, including machine learning and real-time rendering techniques.

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Responsibilities

Working with scientists to research and develop advanced techniques in the following topics:
3D geometric learning
Re-meshing and UV optimization
Physically-based animation and simulation
Machine learning for computer graphics
Motion planning in virtual city
Character locomotion and control
Realistic image synthesis and real-time rendering techniques
Researching and developing tools and pipelines to facilitate the use of technologies in the game development environment

Qualification

C++PythonMachine learningCalculusLinear algebraGame engine familiarityPublications in graphicsGPU programmingCommunicationSense of responsibility

Required

Strong coding skills in one of following programming languages: C++, python, TensorFlow/Torch
Solid knowledge in calculus, linear algebra, basic numerical analysis
A strong sense of responsibility and good communication skills

Preferred

Graduate students in a master or Ph.D. level program
Publications on computer graphics/vision, machine learning, and robotics
Familiarity with game engine, graphics APIs, and GPU programming

Benefits

1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
Up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan

Company

Tencent

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Tencent is an internet service portal offering value-added internet, mobile, telecom, and online advertising services.
dateFounded in 1998
location
Shenzhen, Guangdong, CHN
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.tencent.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Tencent has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (11)
2023 (2)
2022 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$13.84B
Key Investors
Lippo Group
2025-09-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.27B
2020-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $6B
2019-08-29Post Ipo Debt· $6.5B

Leadership Team

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Dowson Tong
Senior Executive Vice President of Tencent
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James Mitchell
Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Executive Vice President
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