AI-Native Game Design Intern 106841

London, United Kingdom March 12, 2026 Full Time Tencent Careers Portal (Proprietary)
Business Unit About IEG Interactive Entertainment Group (IEG) is responsible for the R&D, operation, and development of the company's interactive entertainment business including games and eSports. Through online gaming, live broadcasts, and offline eSports, IEG assists the company in leading the global interactive entertainment market to create better interactive entertainment content experiences for users. What the Role Entails About the RoleWe are exploring the next generation of AI-Native Games - games that are designed with AI as a core system, not just a feature. As an AI-Native Game Design Intern, you will work closely with a small cross-functional team to prototype, iterate, and refine experimental game concepts powered by modern AI technologies. This role is ideal for someone who loves games, understands AI, and is excited to build things hands-on using AI tools to push game design forward. ResponsibilitiesDesign and prototype AI-Native gameplay systems, mechanics, and experiences. Explore how LLMs, generative AI, agents, and procedural systems can be used as core game design elements. Rapidly build and iterate game prototypes (from concept to playable demos). Use AI tools to assist in: Game design ideation and balancing Narrative, dialogue, and world-building Prototyping, scripting, and content generation Collaborate closely with other members in a small, highly iterative team. Refine prototypes into more polished designs through playtesting and feedback. Who We Look For Strong passion for games and game design, with broad knowledge of different game genres. Solid understanding of AI concepts (e.g. LLMs, generative models, agents, procedural generation). Strong hands-on ability and willingness to experiment and build quickly. Experience using AI tools in creative or technical workflows (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, Copilot, etc.) Ability to think critically about how AI changes game design, not just production efficiency. Comforta
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