Pixar University Internship - Summer 2016 - Pixar - Emeryville, CA

Pixar University Internship

Pixar University provides critical education for our filmmakers and inspirational education for our filmmaking community. We foster an environment rich in learning opportunities and are dedicated to developing Pixar talent by broadening skill sets, inspiring creative thinking, and sharing knowledge. We maintain Pixar’s culture of life long learning in three dimensions: artistic, technical and leadership and offer meaningful experiences designed to support innovative filmmaking at all levels in the company.


The intern in this role will be exposed to extensive technical, creative and leadership oriented curriculum that will give broad insight into a wide variety of animation careers. There will be opportunities to participate in many educational experiences and collaborate with the team to bring those experiences to fruition.


SUMMARY:
Pixar offers an exciting internship program geared towards students wanting to pursue a career in production management, leadership and development within a creative organization. The internship is intended to give college or recent college graduates valuable “hands on” experience and exposure to our unique production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn from working professionals!


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assisting in the daily operations of Pixar University, collaborating with mentors, participating in internship activities and events, and gaining exclusive access to Pixar University’s education and training programs


Gain knowledge about Pixar’s studio operations and processes


Provide administrative support to the daily operations of Pixar University, as directed by the Program and Events Coordinator


Create a supportive, friendly and professional atmosphere in Pixar University (PU)


Support Program Managers (Art and Film, Technical, and Leadership)


Administrative needs including: office work, photocopying, scanning, phone support, note taking, database entry, calendar maintenance, research and event planning


Assist PU Program and Events Coordinator in advertising special guest presentations within the studio


Take initiative with assignments and develop positive relationships with other departments


QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must be in or have completed at least Junior year of college, be a graduate student, or have graduated within 1 year the internship commences


Positive energy, highly motivated, mature, and eager to be part of the team


General office skills such as scheduling, handling phone calls, email and customer service


Strong organizational skills and attention to details; promptness and responsiveness


Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team


Working knowledge of Mac OS, Microsoft Office, email and calendaring programs; a quick learner of new applications


SKILLS:
Basic Photoshop skills a plus


Familiarity with art materials


Knowledge of or interest in film production a plus


Pixar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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