FUN2

Systems Designer

Location: Oslo, Norway
Experience: Junior
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
Type: Contract · On-site

About the role

Internship Overview

Applications are open for the 2027 internship program at the Oslo studio. The program provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute to a real game.

Duration: January–May 2027
Location: Oslo, Norway (On-site)
Application Deadline: September 23, 2026
Requirements: Must be a student currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at an educational institution in Norway.
Note: Internships are unpaid. Interns must arrange and cover their own travel and accommodation. Free breakfast and lunch are provided on-site.

Internship Positions

There are three specific design tracks available:

Game Design Intern

Responsibilities:
- Review and playtest features, providing clear and constructive feedback.
- Tune features to improve player experience.
- Support design and documentation of features as requirements evolve.
- Collaborate with designers, programmers, artists, and other disciplines.
Helpful Skills:
- Hands-on experience making games through personal, academic, or game-jam projects.
- Familiarity with a game engine (Unreal Engine is a plus).
- Interest in analyzing, testing, and improving game feel.
- Collaborative experience in team settings.

Systems Design Intern

Responsibilities:
- Translate ideas into clear system designs and playable iterations.
- Support the tuning of progression, pacing, rewards, and in-game economies.
- Assist with content implementation using game-development tools and workflows.
- Playtest systems, document findings, and improve quality through iteration.
Helpful Skills:
- Interest in systems design, progression, pacing, balance, or game economies.
- Experience via coursework, personal projects, game jams, modding, or design exercises.
- Basic understanding of game engines and development processes.
- Familiarity with gameplay scripting or visual scripting (willingness to learn is most important).
- Interest in survival games and system interactions is a plus.

Narrative Design Intern

Responsibilities:
- Support development and implementation of storylines, dialogue, and narrative content.
- Collaborate with writers, narrative designers, and content designers to develop playable experiences.
- Structure branching dialogue and maintain up-to-date documentation.
- Review narrative content in-game, incorporate feedback, and contribute to polish.
Helpful Skills:
- Interest in interactive storytelling and narrative-gameplay integration.
- Writing, narrative, or content-design work from coursework, projects, or modding.
- Familiarity with a game engine (preferably Unreal Engine).
- Basic knowledge of game design.
- Organized approach to documentation and openness to constructive feedback.
- Strong command of the English language.

Requirements for All Interns

Currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Norway (expected graduation 2027).
Clear communication in English.
Ability to collaborate across disciplines.
Proactive, curious, and comfortable asking questions.

Application Guidelines

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please apply in English with the following:

Cover Letter: Must answer:
- Which of the three positions you are applying for.
- Reasons for interest and excitement about Funcom.
- Learning objectives and how the experience supports your career goals.
- Skills, strengths, and attitudes you bring to the team.
Portfolio: Link to a portfolio or work samples (writing samples, dialogue, or game-work for Narrative applicants).
Academic Transcript: A copy of the latest grade transcript.
Optional: References or a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school.

Work Environment and Perks

Located within walking distance of Oslo Central Station.
Access to free breakfast bar and lunch.
Flexible 37.5-hour work week.
Regular social activities.
Opportunity to apply for open positions at Funcom after internship completion.