Fall 2026 - Visual Design - 3D Modeling Collegiate Associate Intern

Fall 2026 - Visual Design - 3D Modeling Collegiate Associate Intern in  GAC Savannah

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Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, Collegiate Associates apply classroom learning to real-world challenges and gain valuable experience. You’ll work alongside skilled professionals in a culture built on integrity, pride, and excellence—preparing you for future success in the aerospace industry.

 

Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your associate experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

 

What You’ll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to build skills and professional connections

 

 

About the position

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented 3D Modeling Intern to join our visual development team working under the direction of our Senior Visualization Designer. This position focuses on producing high-quality, high‑fidelity 3D models for both real-time and offline rendering. Models will primarily include interior furniture, cabinetry, and seating, based on existing CAD data and photographic references. The ideal candidate is passionate about polygon modeling in Autodesk Maya, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is excited to gain professional modeling experience.

 

Preferred Majors

• 3D Generalist
• Game Art
• Entertainment Design
• Transportation Design
• Industrial Design

 

Responsibilities:

• Create accurate, optimized polygon models using Autodesk Maya.
• Focus on hard surface modeling for furniture and interior assets.
• Ensure models meet visual and performance standards for real-time applications.
• Collaborate with the team to interpret CAD drawings and reference images.

 

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in hard surface modeling.
• Online portfolio demonstrating high-quality game or film assets.
• Familiarity with Maya for polygon modeling.

 

Desired Skills & Tools:

• Extensive experience with 3D modeling in Autodesk Maya
• Experience with related tools and plugins used for subdivision and polygonal hard‑surface modeling
• Familiarity with modern 3D modeling workflows commonly used in the game, film, VFX, transportation, or industrial design industries

• Experience with Unreal Engine 5.
• Knowledge of Substance Designer, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Familiarity with VRay for rendering.

 

Requirements:

• A portfolio demonstrating experience with 3D-rendered assets
• Actively enrolled in school
• Available for full-time, on-site work in Savannah from August through December 2026
• Cumulative GPA must be listed on your resume

 

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

 

 

Education and Experience Requirements

Position Purpose:

Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher.
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded); must be listed on resume.
3. Minimum duration: 12–14 weeks (summer); 14–16 weeks (spring and fall).
4. Must work onsite; this is not a remote position.
5. Must have reliable transportation.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 233358

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Associate

Posting End Date: 05/22/2026 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

 

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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