Electronic Arts

Physics Software Engineer Intern

Contract: 12-month Internship

Location: Guildford, UK

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in-office)

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

The Challenge Ahead

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. United under the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive and Ripple Effect – all powered by the Battlefield Central Technology (BCT) team – have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

At Criterion Games we cherish our rich, award-winning, history of crafting quality games with joy and passion. You’ll find us playing, creating, breathing, and talking games. As we look to the future, we're excited to continue innovating and being part of building the future of Battlefield.

We believe that healthy and engaged teams are the key to building great games, so we place enormous value on collaboration, fresh ideas, and diverse perspectives. Criterion is a place where you can unleash your creativity and be part of something extraordinary. Your unique input is welcome here!

Responsibilities:

We're looking for an Intern Software Engineer (Physics) Intern to join our Battlefield team. You'll be part of a group of experienced physics engineers who build the systems that bring our game worlds to life - from vehicles and character movement to physical interactions.

• You will build and test features, integrating them into the game’s codebase.
  Take part in Agile processes such as daily stand-ups and sprint planning.

• You will collaborate with QA and development teams to identify and fix issues.

• You will learn and apply best practices in requirements gathering, design, implementation, and testing.

• You will develop your skills in real-time physics systems used in large-scale games.

Eligibility:

• You are currently studying in the penultimate year of undergraduate study with a planned placement year.

• You are available to commence a full-time 12 month placement in July 2026.

• You are eligible to work in the UK without additional visa or relocation support.

Skills:

• C++ knowledge

• Experience of debugging and profiling tools

• 3D maths and geometry

• Knowledge of physics-related programming (such as collision detection, rigid body dynamics, or real-time simulation).

• Excel in a collaborative team environment, with a mix of remote and local employees.

Help us make play happen. Apply now with an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter in English, explaining why you would like to join EA for this internship position.