This week's spotlight includes: Epic Games, The American Lung Association, Mortenson, and Future Caucus…
Job Title: Tech Art Intern (R27408)
Organization Name: Epic Games
Wage/Salary: Paid
Opportunity Summary: We are looking for a Technical Art Intern to join the Rocket League team. You will sit between our artists and engineers: building tools that speed up how content gets into the build, authoring real-time materials, and profiling scenes so the game holds frame rate everywhere from mobile to high-refresh PC. You will have an impact on real work that ships into playable builds.
In this role, you will:
Build small pipeline tools and scripts (Python, UEFN/Verse, DCC scripting APIs) that automate repetitive steps for arena, vehicle, and cosmetics artists
Profile arenas and assets in engine, then help fix what you find: draw calls, overdraw, texture memory, LODs, and vertex budgets
Author and iterate on real-time materials and shaders for signature Rocket League surfaces
Take assets from Maya, Blender, or Substance through to an optimized, working setup in engine and validate them in a playable build
Work directly with technical artists, rendering engineers, and environment artists to unblock issues and document what you learn
Show your work in art reviews and playtests, take feedback, and iterate quickly
What we're looking for:
Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a Technical Art, Computer Science, Digital Media, or Game Development program, or a portfolio strong enough to stand in for one
Scripting experience in Python, C#, or a DCC scripting API. Bonus if you have written something that saved someone else time
Hands-on with at least one 3D package (Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender) and the Substance suite
Working knowledge of Unreal Engine
Solid real-time rendering fundamentals: how lighting, shading, UV layout, texture memory, and poly budgets affect performance
Genuine curiosity about performance. You like finding out why a frame is slow
Clear, proactive communication. You raise blockers early instead of quietly grinding on them
A portfolio or reel showing technical art work: tools, shaders, procedural systems, or optimization case studies
Nice to have: profiling tools (Unreal Insights, RenderDoc, PIX), HLSL, Houdini, or experience shipping to mobile or console
Position is remote.
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Minnesota Clean Cities Fall Intern
Organization Name: The American Lung Association
Wage/Salary: $18–21.60/hr
Opportunity Summary: The Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition, coordinated by the American Lung Association in Minnesota, is seeking an intern for a paid position working hybrid for a 15-week period from approximately Sept 8, 2026 – Dec 2026 to be hosted in St. Paul. Argonne National Laboratory offers internships through the Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program to support local Clean Cities and Communities Coalitions.
This part-time paid position will require the student to work a hybrid schedule. The student will work to educate and engage users of alternative fuel vehicles (E85, biodiesel, electric, natural gas and others) through data analysis, virtual/in-person events, communications, initiatives and other forms of outreach. Project workplan will depend on student experience and strengths.
Under supervision, the intern will:
Assist staff with support of virtual and/or in-person events during the 15-week period including alternative fuel workshops and trainings, electric vehicle outreach and station education.
Manage and collect data for report on electric vehicle adoption
Develop newsletter articles and help manage social media content.
Analyze survey data from events
Complete activity reports and other paperwork as required
Preference given to candidates with:
Ability to work both in-person & remotely
Undergraduate in Junior or Senior year or graduate student
Background in natural or social sciences including environmental, marketing/graphic design, public relations, health education
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and remain flexible with work activities and schedule
Competent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
Ability to work some evenings and weekends
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Graphic Design Intern
Organization Name: Mortenson
Wage/Salary: $18–30/hr
Opportunity Summary: Mortenson’s Sales + Marketing Team is seeking a dynamic, motivated, and eager individual to fill the role of Graphic Design Intern for the summer of 2027. The intern will create designs for a variety of digital platforms, including developing social media graphics and content for Mortenson.com, designing email marketing templates, and supporting print projects like flyers, signage, and marketing collateral. The Graphic Design Intern will collaborate with other team members, such as marketing specialists, content creators, and talent acquisition teams. You will support the Brand Team by gaining an understanding of Mortenson’s services, offerings, teams, audiences, and customers and translating those needs into on-brand designs and templates.
Required Qualifications:
Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:
Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Graphic Design or other related degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Have previous related internship experience
Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior
Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
Have a demonstrated passion for graphic design and desire to expand your skills
Have familiarity with graphic design software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.) and Sketch
Possess strong attention to detail and knowledge of aesthetics, basic design principles, digital standards, and ability to apply brand guidelines
Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills
Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities
The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students may be paid higher wages based on their year in school.
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Digital & Graphic Design Intern
Organization Name: Future Caucus
Wage/Salary: Paid
Opportunity Summary: We’re seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Media Intern to join our Marketbridge Media team. This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in advertising, marketing, or media to gain hands-on experience supporting cross-channel media campaigns. You’ll collaborate closely with the Media team on a range of key tasks within the B2B digital media landscape.
Internship Candidate Requirements:
Current undergraduate student at an accredited institution
Passion for Gen Z & Millennials in politics and/or future-focused ideas
Hardworking, entrepreneurial spirit
Acute attention to detail
Strong research and writing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility
Qualifications:
Strong graphic design skills with a sharp eye for visual storytelling (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
Experience using major social media platforms (especially Instagram, X/Twitter, and LinkedIn) and staying ahead of what’s trending
A passion for short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, etc.) with an understanding of current trends, sounds, and formats
Strong writing and captioning skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms
Interest in U.S. politics and commitment to bridging the partisan divide in US politics
A collaborative, creative mindset and a willingness to jump in wherever needed
This is a remote internship position from September 8th - December 4th, 2026. Please send a resume, cover letter and graphic design sample (preferably from a previous internship, class assignment, job experience, etc. ) to internship@futurecaucus.org.
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
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