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Framestore is hiring a Chicago Launchpad Internship 2026 | CG

About the Role

Framestore Chicago is looking for a CG Generalist Intern to join our award-winning CG team. This is a 4-month paid internship focused on developing a versatile skill set across multiple disciplines within the 3D pipeline.

What You'll Do

  • Develop skills in a production environment with a focus on multiple disciplines within the 3D pipeline, including modeling, texturing, look development, and lighting.
  • Work alongside experienced artists, attend project reviews, and take creative briefings.
  • Receive instruction and regular reviews of your work from a matched mentor.

What We're Looking For

  • Foundational knowledge of industry-standard software such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, and/or Substance Painter.
  • Working knowledge of Arnold or comparable rendering platforms.
  • Ability to interpret and follow reference material to create clean, highly detailed, and accurate imagery across different styles with an emphasis on photorealism.
  • Familiarity with Linux systems or eagerness to learn.
  • Current work authorization for the USA.
  • Availability to work 40 hours a week.

Technical Stack

  • Houdini
  • Maya
  • Nuke
  • Substance Painter
  • Arnold
  • Linux

Team & Environment

Work within the award-winning CG team.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Compensation: $21 per hour.

Work Mode

This role is hybrid and located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Framestore is committed to equity and inclusion, aiming to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. Our Chicago studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.

No individual will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.

Required Skills
HoudiniMayaNukeSubstance PainterArnoldLinuxCGVFX3D AnimationSimulationLightingRendering
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Framestore

Framestore is a leading visual effects and animation studio known for creating cutting-edge visual content for advertising, film, and other media platforms.

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