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You'll contribute to features such as character controls, player abilities, enemy behaviors, and interactive environments while applying your C++ programming skills to real-world game development projects. \nThroughout the internship, you'll receive mentorship from senior members of the Gameplay Programming team, strengthen your technical and problem-solving skills, and learn how gameplay features are designed, implemented, and refined in a collaborative game development environment. \nWhat You’llBe Doing: \nDevelop and improve gameplay features using C++ while collaborating with experienced programmers. \nContribute to gameplay systems involving controls, cameras, characters, breakables, and interactive objects. \nSupport the development of enemy behaviors, player abilities, and other gameplay mechanics that shape the player experience. \nWork on platform features, trophies, and visual effects as part of gameplay development projects. \nInvestigate, track, and fix bugs to improve gameplay functionality and performance. \nCollaborate with the Gameplay Programming team to explore technical solutions and learn how gameplay features are developed and refined. \nGain hands-on experience with gameplay programming techniques and development workflows through mentorship from senior team members. \nWhat We’reLooking For: \nCurrently pursuing a BS/BSE in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. 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