September internship opportunities

Applications for our September internships are now open! We’re offering exciting opportunities in Art, Marketing, and Human Resources. Be sure to review the information about your selected internship below before applying at the bottom of the page. We look forward to welcoming you to Grendel Games!

Applications close 4th May. Selected candidates will be contacted on or before the 13th of May.

About Grendel Games

At Grendel Games, we push the boundaries of what games can achieve. As a pioneer in Serious Games, we have developed award-winning titles that blend entertainment with real-world impact. For nearly two decades, we’ve been driven by a passion for games, a commitment to high product quality, and the belief that games can be a force for good. We value creativity, innovation, and personal growth, encouraging our team to develop their skills while making a difference.

Marketing Internship

As a Marketing Intern, you will work closely with the Marketing Manager, gaining hands-on experience across the entire marketing lifecycle, from content creation to strategic planning. Your responsibilities will include:

• Content Creation & Social Media: Developing and optimizing content for social media (e.g., video clips, graphics, quick posts) and written channels (e.g., blog drafts, email copy).
• Marketing Operations: Assisting with the planning and execution of online and in-person events, managing internal and external communications, and supporting the content project management workflow.
• Website Quality Assurance: Maintaining the accuracy and quality of the marketing website by checking for broken links, outdated information, and content errors.
• Sales/marketing asset audit: Own the organization of internal marketing and sales enablement materials (e.g., presentations, battle cards, product sheets) in a shared drive.
• Learning & Strategy: Supporting the Marketing Manager on B2C and B2B marketing strategy development and assisting with execution plans for major product launches in new international markets.

What We’re Looking For

General profile

• You are looking for an internship of one semester (20 weeks) or longer
• You are socially proficient
• You like to work in a team
• You have an independent and proactive working attitude
• You speak and write English fluently
• You are motivated to work in a marketing marketing within a startup
• You know that you are applying for a marketing position and you show work that fits within this context
• You are aware that working in the game industry is not always perfect and sometimes can be frustrating, annoying or difficult

Art Internship

As a Game Artist Intern, you will create visually compelling game assets that fit within various artistic styles. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and creating game-ready assets, including characters, environments, UI elements, and textures.
• Showcasing a range of artistic styles, from cartoony to realistic.
• Contributing to the overall visual style and aesthetics of our games.
• Working closely with the game design and development teams to ensure artistic cohesion.

What We’re Looking For

General profile

• You are looking for an internship of one semester (20 weeks) or longer.
• You are socially proficient
• You like to work in a team.
• You have an independent and proactive working attitude
• You speak and write English fluently.
• You love to play and create games.
• You are motivated to work in the game development industry
• You know that you are applying for a game development position and you show work that fits within this context.
• You are aware that working in the game industry is not always perfect and sometimes can be frustrating, annoying or difficult.

Art profile

• You can show work in different styles, ranging from cartoony to realistic.
• You can show work in different applications, for example environment design, character design, UI design (visual), 2D assets (game ready), texture jobs, etc.
• You can show that you know how to create and deliver game-ready assets.
• You have to be able to show that you posses the right skills. Think about composition, drawing, sketching, knowledge about color and it’s use.

Portfolio Requirements

• Showcase different artistic styles and applications.
• Include technical details (e.g., poly count, resolution, wireframes) where relevant.
• Show at least one workflow breakdown, from concept to final product.
• If applying for an animation role, include a walk cycle demonstrating animation principles.
• Use platforms like Sketchfab (for 3D) and ArtStation (for 2D) to present your work.

Human Resources Internship

What You’ll Do as a Human Resources intern

As a Human Resources / Operations Intern, you will support the day-to-day functioning of our team and help ensure smooth internal processes. You will work closely with our producer and operational director. Your responsibilities will include:

• Helping improve internal processes and workflows to keep the team running efficiently.
• Assisting with planning and organizing team activities, meetings, or company events.
• Providing assistance with recruitment and onboarding of new employees
• Working closely with various teams to understand their needs and help create a positive and productive work environment.
• Supporting employee wellbeing initiatives, helping to create a positive, healthy, and engaging work environment.

General profile

• You are looking for an internship of one semester (20 weeks) or longer.
• You are socially proficient and communicate easily with different types of people.
• You enjoy working in a team and supporting others.
• You have an independent and proactive working attitude.
• You speak and write English fluently.
• You have an interest in Human Resources, Operations, or business processes.
• You are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• You are interested in the game development industry and curious about how teams operate behind the scenes.

Apply before 04 May!