TT Games Programming Intern: Knutsford - Summer 2026-2027

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Who We Are…

When we say, \”the stuff dreams are made of,\” we\’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD\’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what\’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

TT Games was acquired by Warner Bros. in 2007 and went on to develop the hit LEGO games franchise. The company is proud to continue its mission to be the leading publisher of interactive entertainment for young gamers and their families.

TT Games Programming Intern: Knutsford – Summer

Application Deadline: Friday 5th of December

This scheme is open for undergraduates enrolled on a

Bachelor\’s

course at university, looking for a

year-

in-industry as part of their course.

Your New Role

The Game Programming Team

works

alongside designers, gameplay artists, final artists, animators, VFX artists, and SFX artists to create the gameplay code

required

to construct the game. Upon joining, you will be assigned a Lead and a mentor to guide you through our code base and get you up to speed as quickly as possible.

Your Role Accountabilities

The project you will be on will be a major

IP based

LEGO game built in Unreal.

On a daily basis

, you may be expected to:

• Work with animators, artists, and designers to engineer reusable modular game systems that they can use to create fun content for the game.

• Work

on the AI systems

required

to create

fun enemy AI, Party AI, and Boss AI.

• Write

fun player mechanics.

• Write reusable gameplay systems that will allow

designer

to populate the hubs with fun game play.

• Write GUI systems.

• Implement achievements, trophies, and rich presence.

• Use C++ and the editor to achieve the above.

• Make the game FUN

Qualifications & Experience

• Been studying

towards

a degree course in game development/programming, a relevant subject or have equivalent experience.

• Demonstrably strong talent for programming

game-play

and mechanics, with a clear understanding of what makes games \’feel\’ good.

• Passion for working closely with world-class artists,

animators

and designers; supporting their developing day-to-day needs for game-play technology and associated tools.

• A highly self-motivated team player with the ability to dive in, understand code, and learn quickly.

• Fluent in object-oriented C++ with strong debugging and documentation skills.

• Strong 3D

maths

and physics skills.

What to know before applying:

The

details of the summer

programme

are below:

• Duration: 12 months

• Start Date: July 2026

• End Date: July 2027

• Salary:

£24,000

About Our Internship Program

WBD\’s Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country\’s boldest and brightest students for

paid,

for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports,

news

and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.

**Ready to learn more?

Here\’s

what we offer:**

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field

• Mentorship from some of the industry\’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans

• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more

• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables

• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network

• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture

**What you can expect to take away from the

program

:**

• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you

didn\’t

know you had

• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes

• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career

• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom

here

.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment

likely will

transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation,

you\’ll

have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation

at

one of the world\’s premier entertainment brands.

Hybrid Working – This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at

along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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