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NANA Regional Corporation NANA Shareholder College Summer Intern - Game Developer in Huntsville, Alabama

Overview

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Job Summary:

As a Game Design Intern, you will play a crucial role in our design team, contributing to the development of our upcoming serious game and training development. This opportunity will allow you to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of game design and development.

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.” You must currently be enrolled in college or technical/vocational school.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assists in the development and refinement of instructional design cues to include game concepts and mechanics.

  • Collaborates with the design team to prototype new gameplay ideas.

  • Conducts research on industry trends to inspire innovative game designs.

  • Participates in playtesting sessions and provides constructive feedback.

  • Works with artists and programmers to integrate design elements into the game.

  • Helps in creating game design documents and presentations.

  • Attends team meetings and contributes to creative discussions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.”

  • Must be currently enrolled in college or technical/vocational school.

  • Interest in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field.

  • Passion for games and an understanding of game design principles.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Creative thinker with good problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to receive and apply feedback effectively.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Intern Compensation: depending on class level or experience.

  • Roundtrip Airfare Provided.

  • Housing.

  • Food allowance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

Job: Office & Administrative Support

Travel: None

Organization: Pinnacle Solutions

Clearance: Not Applicable

Work Type: On-Site

Remote: No

ReqID: 2024-3666

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