Game Developer Intern

Are you ready to use your passion for gaming to solve real-world industrial challenges?

Join our development team this summer to build high-fidelity Training Simulators and User Assistant Mobile Apps that help operators master massive machinery. You will be applying game physics, immersive environments, and interactive logic to transform how people learn to build the world around us.

About Us

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it is helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimise global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress.

What Makes This Role Great:

This isn’t just about entertainment; it’s about serious games. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering data and intuitive user experiences. You will be an essential part of a team, moving between developing realistic physics-based simulators for 30-tonne excavators and creating sleek, gamified mobile applications that assist users in the field. You will see your code directly impact safety and efficiency on global construction sites.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Develop and iterate on high-fidelity training simulators using game engine GoDot to recreate complex construction environments. 

• Build interactive mobile assistant apps that guide users through technical field workflows.

• Implement realistic physics and kinematics to ensure simulator behavior accurately reflects the movement of heavy machinery. 

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive interfaces that make complex data easily digestible for machine operators. 

• Optimize performance for mobile and simulator platforms to ensure smooth, low-latency experiences in demanding environments.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Game Development, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. 

• Practical experience in software development with a focus on GoDot (C#).

•  A solid understanding of 3D math, physics, and asset integration workflows.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional team. 

• Must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand.

Bonus Points For

• Experience with Mobile App development (Android/iOS) or cross-platform frameworks.

•  A portfolio or GitHub link showcasing previous game projects or interactive simulations.

Internship Benefits:

• 12-week paid internship.

• Assigned Buddy/Mentor.

• Test Site Visit to experience our construction technology.

• Two week break over the Christmas/New Year's period.

• Be part of a professional team.

• Enjoy social chat and events with other interns.

• Receive Trimble branded merchandise.

• Free membership to the Trimble Social Club.

Logistics:

Based at Trimble’s NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), home to over 400 Trimble employees, enjoy free parking, securely covered bike sheds, an onsite gym, showers, an active social club, and a great team environment where people love working with leading technology solutions. 

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

At Trimble, we are not just a company that does good—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You will work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you will be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a hidden gem. You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We are a company of visionary pragmatists who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You will find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often self-authored, empowering proactive doers.

Key words: Game Developer, Game Design, Unity, C#, Software Engineering Intern, Training Simulation, Mobile Apps, Gamification, Christchurch Jobs, Summer Internship

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. 

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