We like to think of ourselves as more than just developers. We're a friendly group of around 500 people with plenty of casual and hardcore gamers, tech heads and creative masterminds, organized planners, and nerdy game fans who make this industry so fun. And we’re all together on a mission to open windows to amazing worlds. We've been making games for over 30 years, crafting and publishing unique experiences that have put us on the path to becoming a leader in Online Worlds. 

We've got five studios spread across Norway, the USA, Portugal, Sweden, and Romania, and we're always on the lookout for more dedicated people to join our ranks. 

We're all about creating a relaxed and inclusive workspace where clear communication and our agile structure are key to delivering world-class games. 

So, if you're ready to make your mark, we're ready to welcome you!

About the internship program

The internship applications for our Oslo Studio are now open for students entering their final BA semester who want to step into the exciting world of game development in 2026. 

You will get the chance to work directly with seasoned experts and mentors, gaining hands-on experience while having a real impact on our massive multiplayer survival game, Dune: Awakening. 

Application deadline: September 21, 2025

Time and place 

Time: Early January – May 2026 (exact timing to be determined by your university) 

Place: Oslo, Norway 

Who is this internship for? 

We are accepting applications from students currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor’s Degree program with an expected graduation in 2026. The internships are an unpaid opportunity to hone your skills and work with seasoned professionals during your final semester at school.  

You would need to support your own travel and accommodation, and the internship would be onsite in our central Oslo Studio.  

We are happy to offer mentorship, great colleagues, a free breakfast bar and lunch during your internship. 

Our goal is to be part of setting you up for a strong career in game development, and you would be very welcome to apply for open positions in the company upon completion of the internship. 

Your Mission in Funcom

Are you passionate about building worlds that players can explore and experience? As a Level Design Intern, you’ll get hands-on experience shaping environments that support both gameplay and visual storytelling. You’ll explore how architecture, pacing, and player choices come together to create meaningful play experiences.

How you can have an impact in your position

• Block out/greybox gameplay areas and iterate on layouts.

• Implement scripted gameplay moments (combat setups, interactable objects, simple blueprinting).

• Work with feedback to balance pacing, difficulty, and player experience.

• Learn how to give players clear signposting and meaningful choices.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure gameplay and visuals support each other.

We are looking for you to have

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine (level building, basic tools)

• Curiosity about gameplay loops, pacing, and player agency

• Strong communication skills in English.

• An interest in how different game disciplines (art, design, lighting, audio) work together

• A proactive, creative mindset — willing to share ideas and explore possibilities

• The ideal candidate 
• You’ve already experimented with making games, through personal projects, mods, or school work. 
• You’re eager to learn, share ideas, and adapt to feedback. 
• You’re curious about how level design choices shape player experience (pacing, flow, exploration).

Application Guidelines

When applying, please include a cover letter that addresses the following points:

1. Why are you interested in this internship, and what excites you about joining Funcom?
2. What do you hope to learn from this experience, and how might it support your future career?
3. What skills, strengths, and attitudes will you contribute to the team?
4. Lastly, could you please include a link to your portfolio in your application? We appreciate that your portfolio is WIP, but whatever its state it is a valuable point for discussing how we can help you progress and what you can teach us!

We evaluate candidates on an ongoing basis and recommend candidates to apply as soon as possible! 

Why Funcom?

We’re a Scandinavian company that embraces Scandinavian work values. This means we focus on creating a relaxed, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself and truly make an impact. We also strongly believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Our Studio is home to around 140 people from 29 different parts of the world. We work together to create awesome games and we do it according to the Kaizen approach: making small adjustments that lead to big outcomes over time.

We do it all from the heart of Norway - a country that’s topping the charts as one of the happiest places on Earth.

Nestled downtown, our office is just a stone's throw away from some of Oslo's most iconic sights, such as the Opera, the Munch Museum or the stunning Deichman Public Library.

Our 37.5-hour work week is flexible, giving you plenty of time to juggle life's many hats. We offer a variety of social events.