At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!

D&D Game Design Internship  

About the Team  

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in! 

The Internship Experience  

Hasbro’s Summer Internship Program offers a behind-the-scenes look at how a global play and entertainment company operates — paired with the opportunity to make a real impact.  

Interns are fully embedded on their teams and trusted to own meaningful business projects aligned to team priorities. Throughout the summer, you’ll contribute to work that matters while also being part of a broader global intern cohort, gaining exposure to professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and leadership engagement designed to support your growth and learning.  

• Hasbro’s Summer Internship Program offers a behind-the-scenes look at how a global play and entertainment company operates—paired with the opportunity to make a real impact.
• Interns are fully embedded on their teams and trusted to own meaningful business projects aligned to team priorities. Throughout the summer, you’ll contribute to work that matters.
• What You’ll Do as a Game Design Intern:
• Brainstorm themes, stories, encounters, and discrete game design elements to drive narrative-based gameplay experiences for the world's greatest roleplaying game.
• Collaborate with Game Designers to develop, test, and refine design elements, then craft accurate, accessible game rules and reference materials.
• Contribute to design documentation and research.
• Write compelling, fun game content—such as magic items, monsters, and spells.
• Participate as an active, creative member of a cross-functional team, contributing ideas in brainstorms, playtests, and meetings alongside artists, designers, editors, and producers.
• Embrace surprises, ask questions freely, have fun, and of course play lots of games!
• What You'll Bring:
• Demonstrated talent for creative writing, storytelling, and narrative design.
• Solid technical writing and editorial skills, including grammar, clarity, and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to adjust quickly, adapt to change, and collaborate in a lively creative environment.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong time/project management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Outstanding attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.
• Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a motivation to learn.
• A genuine love of games.
• Preferred:
• Familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons.
• Experience creating TRPG content, rules systems, or worldbuilding material.
• Nice to Have:
• Highly creative, imaginative, and diligent writing style.
• Systems thinker who enjoys building cohesive rules, worlds, and player experiences.
• Collaborative attitude and comfort working with partners across teams.
• Passion for gameplay, storytelling, and how players emotionally engage with games. 

Compensation Range, Currency USD:   

• Undergraduate Interns: $44.00 – $50.00/hour 

Program Details  

• Interview Timeline: February – April 
• Program Dates: 
• Start: Early June (target June 8) 
• End: Late August (target August 21) 
• Commitment: Full-time (40 hours/week) 
• Compensation: 
• Undergraduate Interns:  $44.00 – $50.00/hour
• Final rates communicated during offer process 
• Location: Internship locations vary by role and team. Most opportunities are hybrid or in-office and based in one of Hasbro’s core hubs or satellite offices, including: 
• Pawtucket, RI 
• Seattle, WA 
• Austin, TX 
• Raleigh, NC 
• London, UK 
• Montreal, Canada 
• Hong Kong  

Internship Perks  

In addition to competitive pay and meaningful work, Hasbro interns enjoy a range of perks designed to support well-being, connection, and growth:  

• Employee product discounts across Hasbro brands 
• Paid time off, including a fully paid company-wide summer break in August 
• Volunteer Time Off: 4 paid hours per month to give back through the Team Hasbro volunteer program 
• Access to learning and development resources throughout the summer 
• Opportunities to connect with fellow interns and employees across the company  

These benefits are part of our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging experience for early career talent.  

Why Hasbro  

Hasbro internships are designed as a launchpad for early career talent. Interns are given meaningful responsibility, exposure to senior leaders, and opportunities to explore long-term career paths within the company. Strong performance may lead to consideration for return or full-time roles.  

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer  

Hasbro is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.  

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.  

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.

The hourly rate for this position is $44.00 to $50.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.