Game Development Project Manager

Job Summary:

Resilience, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the mental health of students, as well as reducing mass shootings, suicide, and depression. Resilience, Inc also works to combat declining test scores, low student engagement, and a slew of other social issues. 

Our organization focuses on offering Social Emotional Learning tools to enable K-12 schools to teach emotional intelligence through five core topics; self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship management, goal setting, and effective decision-making. Resilience, Inc. also provides tools for acquiring and maintaining inspiration, hope, and overall well-being.  

Our mission is to teach SEL at every school in the country. It is a tough challenge, but we know “No Challenge, No Change.” If you are also concerned about children’s mental health and social being, join us! Become a member of Resilience, Inc, and help change the way schools approach mental health.

Resilience offers unpaid internship programs that require at least a 4 month commitment with a minimum of 5 hours per week. There are flexible start and end dates with the option to continue after meeting the minimum requirement

Although this is an unpaid internship, there is the opportunity to earn school credit. Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.

The Game Development Project Manager plays a crucial role in our nonprofit organization, managing and coordinating game development projects that align with our mission and goals. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in game development, project management, and the creation of educational or entertainment games while contributing to a noble cause.

Responsibilities and Activities:

• Project Planning and Strategy: Collaborate with the game development team to plan and design game projects that align with the organization's mission, objectives, and target audience.
• Project Coordination: Manage all aspects of game development projects, including timelines, tasks, resources, and budgets, to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within scope.
• Team Leadership: Lead and oversee a team of game developers, artists, designers, and other project contributors, providing guidance, setting goals, and facilitating effective communication.
• Content and Design Oversight: Review and provide feedback on game content, storylines, gameplay mechanics, and design elements to ensure alignment with project goals and audience needs.
• Quality Assurance: Coordinate quality assurance testing to identify and address issues, bugs, or gameplay problems during development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other teams within the organization, such as marketing, fundraising, and education, to integrate game projects into broader organizational initiatives.
• Documentation: Maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and development notes.
• Budget Management: Assist in monitoring and managing the budget for game development projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Educational Content Integration: If applicable, work on educational game projects and integrate learning objectives and content into the gameplay.
• Testing and Feedback: Act as a user tester, providing feedback and suggestions for gameplay improvements.

Requirements:

• A passion for game development and a strong interest in the nonprofit organization's mission.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience with game development tools and software (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) is a plus.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) is beneficial but not required.
• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in game development, computer science, project management, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Note: This internship offers a unique chance to be part of a meaningful project that positively impacts the lives of refugees. While the position is unpaid, it provides valuable experience in project management, social impact initiatives, and collaboration with diverse teams. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a noble cause and enhance your skills in a real-world setting.