NetherRealm Software Engineering Intern Co-op

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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) boasts a vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, brought to life by storytellers, creators, and dreamers. WBD offers career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and tools for growth, supporting and celebrating its diverse global team.

About NetherRealm Studios

The creative team behind Mortal Kombat and Injustice is NetherRealm Studios, part of the Warner Bros. Games family. With over 20 years of experience, NetherRealm’s mission is to create cutting-edge entertainment and deliver industry-leading tech, game art, and gaming experiences. It’s a collaborative and creative environment, constantly striving to innovate in interactive entertainment, fueled by dedicated professionals and a passion evident in their offices and arcade room.

Job Title: NetherRealm Software Engineering Intern Co-op (Chicago)

Duration: June – December 2026 (6-month co-op program)

Application Deadline: Sunday, February 22nd

Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible, as applications may close earlier due to applicant volume.

Location: Chicago area. The selected co-op will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the manager’s in-office schedule (hybrid capacity).

Your New Role

As a Software Engineering Co-op at NetherRealm Studios, a division of WB Games Inc., you will join the engineering team responsible for the Mortal Kombat and Injustice Franchises. This role offers an opportunity to explore a wide range of real-world programming tasks while contributing to the development of a AAA-quality Console game.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Contribute to the development of a AAA-quality Console game.
• Work with a team of talented industry veterans on tasks ranging from creating tools to improve productivity to helping with the implementation of gameplay features.
• Take part in implementing solutions to programming challenges within a collaborative team environment.
• Work closely with Gameplay team members, art, design, and quality assurance to implement game features, debug tools, automated tests, and fix bugs.
• Gain exposure to real-world programming challenges and contribute to their solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent C/C++ programming skills, with a good understanding of the language and an appreciation for object-oriented architecture.
• Experience with the Microsoft Visual C++ development environment.
• A passion for video game technology and gameplay mechanics.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers and content creators to develop robust and fun gameplay.
• Creative, results-oriented, self-motivated, and a resourceful problem-solver.
• Ability to work well in a team development environment with strong communication skills.
• Strong desire to build industry-leading game systems.
• Familiarity with the Unreal Engine 4 is a plus (Not Required).
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required).
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior or Master’s student (18 years or older).
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA). A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

What To Know Before Applying

• The duration of the Summer 2026 co-op program is 6 months from June to December, dependent on the student’s availability based on the semester schedule.
• Co-ops will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity for the full duration of the program.
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage.
• Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired.
• Relocation is not provided.
• A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

About Our Program

WBD’s Internship/Co-op Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally, attracting bold and bright students for paid, for-credit, real-world experiences across entertainment, tech, sports, news, and media industries. It offers career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills for a successful future.

Here’s what we offer:

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field.
• Mentorship from industry veterans.
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, and intern-exclusive events.
• 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 semester:

• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover new skills.
• 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.

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $31 per hour USD for undergrad interns.
• Pay Rate: $35 per hour USD for graduate interns.

Important Note on Future Employment (Post-2026 Separation):

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. 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 Discovery Global. This period offers an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

How We Get Things Done…

WBD’s guiding principles are the core values by which they operate and are central to how they get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/. They encourage discussion of these principles during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. They consider qualified candidates based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit their accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com.

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