CGI Artist Intern

The 3D Art Intern will support our creative team by contributing to the 3D production pipeline across modeling, compositing, and archiving workflows. This is a hands-on opportunity to develop real-world production skills alongside experienced artists in a fast-paced, design-forward environment. 

This position is expected to start in January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring 2027 term (through April 2027). Our internships are 12 weeks and on-site in Austin, TX.        

In This Role 

• Support the 3D production pipeline by assisting with compositing swap-in products 
• Create low-poly models optimized from high-poly source assets 
• Review Revit files to assist in verifying model accuracy 
• Archive models from 3DS Max for our External Sharing Library 
• Participate in lighting and compositing training with a focus on learning DaVinci Resolve 
• Assist with material and texture application, ensuring finishes accurately represent physical product specifications
• Support the team in preparing and organizing scene files for rendering, including camera setup and asset placement
  
• Assist with quality review of rendered images, flagging inconsistencies in scale, proportion, lighting, or finish accuracy
  
• Collaborate with senior artists and project leads to meet production deadlines and maintain pipeline standards
  
• Contribute to the organization and maintenance of digital asset libraries, ensuring files are properly named, versioned, and stored
• Gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a CGI product image, from raw 3D asset to final deliverable used in marketing and sales channels
• Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications 
• Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team  
  • Be open and honest 
  • Reach for excellence 
  • Act with responsibility 
  • Value the whole person 
  • Enjoy the journey 

The Ideal Person 

• Currently pursuing a degree in 3D Art, Animation, Visualization, or a related field 
• Strong working knowledge of a 3D application, including basic modeling, geometry retopology and optimization, material adjustments, UV unwrapping and editing, and artifact correction 
• Familiarity with 3DS Max, V-Ray, and Revit is a plus 
• Understanding of fundamental lighting principles 
• Strong attention to detail with an eye for scale, proportion, and material accuracy — especially as it relates to physical product representation
• Able to take direction, incorporate feedback, and iterate quickly within a production environment
• Comfortable working independently on assigned tasks while staying communicative with the broader team
• A digital portfolio of 3D work is required