AI Research Intern

About Shortgun Games
We are a new-age gaming studio, passionately crafting unforgettable experiences for mobile, PC, and console platforms since 2021. Currently, we're developing a high-octane, third-person shooter (TPS) that aims to push the boundaries of action gaming. Our mission? To merge cutting-edge gameplay with AI-driven creativity, and in the process, shape the future of game development.

AI is central to this vision from procedural content and adaptive NPCs to AI-powered art workflows. As an AI Research Intern, you'll be part of the team exploring how these technologies can revolutionize the way we create and play games.

The Role

This isn't a "fetch-and-file" internship. You'll be researching bleeding-edge AI tech, experimenting with prototypes, and directly influencing the future of our development pipeline while directly working with the leadership of the company. Working alongside our AI Engineering team, you'll bridge research and real-world implementation, testing ideas that could end up in our shipped titles.

If you're passionate about games, fascinated by AI, and eager to turn theory into practice this internship is your launchpad.

What You'll Do

• Scout the Future → Research and evaluate emerging AI tools, frameworks, and APIs for gaming (generative art, procedural systems, NPC behavior, NLP, animation, etc.).
• Test & Prototype → Assist in building small-scale AI prototypes in Unreal Engine (C++/Python scripting skills a plus).
• Translate Complexity → Prepare clear reports, comparisons, and demos that help the engineering team make adoption decisions.
• Track Industry Trends → Stay ahead of developments in AI for games, VR, AR, and interactive media.
• Support Integration → Test AI-driven workflows and help document use cases for production teams.

What You Bring

• A strong curiosity about AI, games, and the future where the two intersect.
• Basic programming or scripting experience (C++ or Python preferred).
• Familiarity with game engines (Unreal Engine a plus).
• Strong research skills with the ability to distill complex tech into actionable insights.
• Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable exploring new tech independently.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Exposure to AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX).
• Academic or hobby projects in AI, procedural generation, or NLP for games.
• Experience tinkering with Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar engines.

What You'll Gain

This Isn't Just An Internship, It's a Chance To Be At The Frontier Of AI In Gaming. You'll Leave With More Than Just a Line On Your CV

• Hands-On Experience → Work directly with Unreal Engine and cutting-edge AI tools.
• Portfolio-Ready Projects → Build prototypes and experiments you can showcase to future employers.
• Mentorship & Learning → Get guided by experienced AI engineers and game developers.
• Career Acceleration → Learn how experimental AI research translates into shipped games.
• Impactful Work → Contribute to real projects, not just side tasks your findings can influence our game's production.
• Studio Experience → See what it's like to work inside a fast-moving, ambitious gaming startup.

Why Join Shortgun Games?

At Shortgun, you're not just another intern you're part of the team shaping how AI transforms game development. You'll have the freedom to explore, experiment, and contribute meaningfully, all while building skills that put you ahead of the curve in one of the most exciting frontiers of tech and gaming.

If you've ever dreamed of combining your love for games with your fascination for AI, this is your chance to make it real.

Note:
This is a paid internship.Skills: research,artificial intelligence,onnx,ai research,game development,unreal engine,pytorch,gaming,pc games,machine learning,tensorflow,c++