Finance Analyst Intern

Crystal Dynamics invites dedicated individuals to apply for a remote internship that begins with a short onboarding experience at our San Carlos, CA studio. As part of this 12-week program, you will take part in meaningful, hands-on work that supports active AAA projects. Throughout the program, you will step into a professional development environment where ongoing projects, experienced mentors, and collaborative teams give you a direct view into AAA game creation. This internship is designed to help you build industry ready skills, form strong professional relationships, and deepen your understanding of how world class games are made!  

Eligibility Criteria:   

• Enrolled as a college Junior or Senior (Seniors could have graduated in Fall/Winter 2025 or will be graduating in Spring 2026).
• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
• Availability to work full-time (40 hours / week) for the duration of the program (June 1st –August 21st, 2026). 
  • Able to work onsite at our studio in San Carlos, CA for the first week of onboarding.  
  • Able to work remotely for the remaining 11 weeks post-onboarding or hybrid from our San Carlos office.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.  
• Submission of a complete application that includes a resume and cover letter.   

 What You Will Gain:    

• Practical Project Involvement: Contribute to active game development efforts while learning production scope, workflows, and the advanced tools used across modern AAA pipelines.   
• Professional Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced professionals with deep industry knowledge.  
• Skill Development: Expand your skill set, establishing a solid foundation for your professional journey.   
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside our dedicated onsite and remote teams including fellow interns, building valuable professional relationships within the gaming industry.     

What You Will Do:  

• Acquire essential skills using industry-standard tools and software such as Excel, financial modeling tools, budgeting and forecasting systems.
• Participate in various financial and business planning aspects of game development, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial analysis related to studio operations and projects.
• Support mid, senior, and lead finance and business team members by assisting with data analysis, preparing reports, updating financial models, and helping track project and operational expenses
• Enhance understanding of how financial planning, forecasting, and reporting support game development projects, studio operations, and long-term business decisions. 

What Makes You Stand Out:   

• Coursework or examples demonstrating foundational financial skills, including one or more of the following:
  • Financial models, budgets, or forecasts.
  • Data analysis or reporting projects.
  • Business case studies or financial presentations.
• Exposure to industry-standard financial, analytical, or business tools and workflows.
• Industry involvement outside classroom curriculum such as finance clubs, case competitions, internships, academic projects, or leadership roles that demonstrate initiative and analytical thinking.
• Willingness to tackle challenges, learn from feedback, and adapt to new tools or workflows.
• Ability to communicate your ideas clearly, work with data thoughtfully, and turn feedback into action. 

Compensation & Benefits:   
Compensation for this internship is $20-25 per hour, plus a stipend to help with expenses during the duration of the program. Compensation is location-based and will be aligned to the intern’s confirmed work location during the program. Interns are also eligible for a medical, dental, and vision benefits package. Your recruiter can provide more information about total compensation.  
 

Check out our Crystal Dynamics Internship FAQpage for additional questions.  
Thank you for your interest in an internship at Crystal Dynamics. We can't wait to see what you bring to our world of game development!