Game Designer Internship (starts February 2026)

Want to take your game design skills to the next level, work in a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to serious games with real social impact? Then this internship at GameLab Oost is perfect for you.

About GameLab Oostt
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the eastern Netherlands. We combine education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our focus: developing game formats that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and have an impact in the worlds of education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, businesses, governments, and researchers, giving young talent the space to experiment, create, and build meaningful games. Our teams (vocational, higher professional, and university education) create new serious game prototypes every semester. You start with concepting and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test with real clients.

We have already developed dozens of prototypes, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations. Everything we build is extensively tested and improved in collaboration with the customer.

What will you do?
As a Game Designer, you will contribute to projects in which serious games stimulate growth, collaboration, and social value. You will contribute to:
• Conceiving and developing prototypes and game concepts.
• Translating ideas into clear design documents.
• Collaborating with programmers, artists, and researchers in a SCRUM environment.
• Playtesting, iterating, and refining based on feedback.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You have basic knowledge of game design, mechanics, and documentation.
• You can work with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Experience with Agile working methods or tools such as Trello/Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are proactive, and are open to new ideas.

What do we offer?
• A position at the largest serious game organization in the eastern Netherlands.
• Lots of creative freedom and guidance from experienced professionals.
• An environment where experimentation, learning, and teamwork are central.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation, CV, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl. We look forward to hearing from you. Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Internship Programmer (Start February 2026)

Do you want to sharpen your programming skills, collaborate with designers, artists, and researchers, and build serious games with a social impact? Then you fit perfectly with GameLab Oost.

About GameLab Oost
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the Eastern Netherlands. We connect education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our goal is to create playful forms that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and add value in sectors such as education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, companies, governments, and researchers. Every semester, we form new multidisciplinary teams (MBO, HBO, and WO levels) that develop prototypes and game concepts. You start with brainstorming and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test your work with real clients. Dozens of prototypes have now been developed, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare institutions.

What will you do?
As a Programmer, you build the systems that bring our serious games to life. You will work on:
• Gameplay mechanics, interactions, and technical systems.
• Implementation of features in Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Collaboration with designers, artists, and researchers in a SCRUM team.
• Testen, debuggen en itereren op basis van gebruikersfeedback.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You have basic knowledge of programming gameplay and systems.
• You enjoy working with Unity (C#) or Unreal Engine (Blueprints/C++).
• Experience with Agile, Trello, or Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are proactive, and enjoy contributing ideas about smart solutions.

What do we offer?
• A position at the largest serious game organization in the eastern Netherlands.
• A lot of creative and technical freedom.
• Guidance from industry professionals.
• An environment where you experiment, learn, and make an impact.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation, CV, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl. We look forward to hearing from you. Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Internship UI/UX Designer (Start February 2026)

Do you want to further develop your UI/UX skills, work in a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to serious games that truly make an impact? Then an internship at GameLab Oost is exactly what you are looking for.

About GameLab Oost
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the Eastern Netherlands. We connect education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our projects focus on learning, behavioral change, and social themes such as health, culture, and sustainability. Young talent is given the space here to experiment, create, and build games together that matter.

Every period, new multidisciplinary teams (MBO, HBO, and WO levels) work on prototypes and game concepts. You start with brainstorming and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test your designs with real clients. We have already developed dozens of prototypes for, among others, the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations.

What will you do?
As a UI/UX Designer, you ensure that players move through our games effortlessly. You will work on:
Designing clear and consistent interfaces.
User flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes in tools such as Figma or Adobe XD.
Testing and improving interfaces based on user feedback.
Collaboration with artists, designers, and programmers within a SCRUM team.
Ensuring an accessible and user-friendly playing experience.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You have basic knowledge of UI/UX design and prototyping.
• You can work with Figma, Adobe XD, or comparable tools.
• Experience with Agile, Trello, or Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are flexible, and like to think from the player's perspective.

What do we offer?
• An internship position at the largest serious game organization in the Eastern Netherlands.
• A lot of creative freedom within your designs.
• Guidance from industry professionals.
• A learning environment where collaboration, experimentation, and social impact are central.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation, CV, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl. We look forward to hearing from you. Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Game Designer Internship (starts February 2026)

Want to take your game design skills to the next level, work in a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to serious games with real social impact? Then this internship at GameLab Oost is perfect for you.

About GameLab Oostt
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the eastern Netherlands. We combine education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our focus: developing game formats that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and have an impact in the worlds of education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, businesses, governments, and researchers, giving young talent the space to experiment, create, and build meaningful games. Our teams (vocational, higher professional, and university education) create new serious game prototypes every semester. You start with concepting and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test with real clients.

We have already developed dozens of prototypes, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations. Everything we build is extensively tested and improved in collaboration with the customer.

What will you do?
As a Game Designer, you will contribute to projects in which serious games stimulate growth, collaboration, and social value. You will contribute to:
• Conceiving and developing prototypes and game concepts.
• Translating ideas into clear design documents.
• Collaborating with programmers, artists, and researchers in a SCRUM environment.
• Playtesting, iterating, and refining based on feedback.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You have basic knowledge of game design, mechanics, and documentation.
• You can work with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Experience with Agile working methods or tools such as Trello/Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are proactive, and are open to new ideas.

What do we offer?
• A position at the largest serious game organization in the eastern Netherlands.
• Lots of creative freedom and guidance from experienced professionals.
• An environment where experimentation, learning, and teamwork are central.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation, CV, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl. We look forward to hearing from you. Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Internship Concept Artist (Start February 2026)

Do you want to develop your concept art skills, shape visual worlds, and contribute to serious games that have a social impact? Then this internship at GameLab Oost is a great opportunity to grow your talent.

About GameLab Oost
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the Eastern Netherlands. We connect education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our projects focus on learning processes, behavioral change, and themes such as health, culture, and sustainability. Young talent is given the space here to experiment, create, and help build games that matter.

Our multidisciplinary teams (MBO, HBO, and WO levels) develop new prototypes every semester. You start with brainstorming and research, work in short SCRUM sprints, and continuously test your work with real clients. We have already developed dozens of prototypes for, among others, the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and multiple healthcare organizations.

What will you do?
As a Concept Artist, you will work parallel to all development phases of a game. You shape the visual direction by:
• Designing characters, environments, props, and moods.
• Creating pre-visualizations and art that inspire the rest of the team.
• Refining assets in collaboration with the other art departments.
• Supporting the transition from concept to 2D and 3D production.
• Collaborating with designers, programmers, and artists within a SCRUM team.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You are familiar with the digital art pipeline and enjoy working with Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign.
• You have basic knowledge of 3D software such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max.
• Experience with Agile, Trello, or Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are flexible, and contribute visually from the very first idea.

What do we offer?
• An internship position at the largest serious game organization in the Eastern Netherlands.
• A lot of creative freedom and space to develop your personal style.
• Guidance from industry professionals.
• A learning environment where experimentation, collaboration, and social impact are central.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation letter, resume, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl We look forward to hearing from you! Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Internship Animator (Start February 2026)

Do you want to further develop your animation skills, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to serious games that have a social impact? Then this internship at GameLab Oost is exactly what you are looking for.

About GameLab Oost
GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the Eastern Netherlands. We connect education, research, and innovation with games, gamification, and simulation. Our projects focus on learning, behavioral change, and themes such as healthcare, culture, and sustainability. Young talent is given the space here to experiment, create, and build games together that matter.

Every semester, new multidisciplinary teams (MBO, HBO, and WO levels) work on prototypes and game concepts. You start with brainstorming and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test your work with real clients. We have already developed dozens of prototypes for, among others, the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations.

What will you do?
As an Animator, you bring our characters, environments, and interfaces to life. You will work on:
• 2D and 3D animations for characters, props, and gameplay elements.
• Basic rigging and preparing assets for animation.
• Collaboration with concept artists, 3D artists, and programmers in a SCRUM team.
• Integration of animations into Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Iterating based on playtests and feedback from clients.

Who are we looking for?
• You are in the final phase of your education.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You have good knowledge of 2D and 3D animation and basic knowledge of rigging.
• You work with Adobe Animate, Photoshop, and Maya or Blender.
• Experience with Agile, Trello, or Jira is a plus.
• You work independently, are flexible, and enjoy contributing ideas about animation solutions.

What do we offer?
• An internship position at the largest serious game organization in the Eastern Netherlands.
• Creative freedom in how you solve animation problems.
• Guidance from industry professionals.
• A learning environment where experimentation, collaboration, and social impact are central.

Interviews

Due to the large number of applications, we have planned several rounds of interviews based on the application date.

Contact

Are you the intern we are looking for? Send your motivation, CV, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl. We look forward to hearing from you. Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is discouraged. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Marketing & Communications Intern

About GameLab Oost

GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the eastern Netherlands. We link education, research, and innovation to games, gamification, and simulation. Our focus: developing game formats that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and have an impact in the worlds of education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, businesses, governments, and researchers, giving young talent the space to experiment, create, and build meaningful games. Our teams (vocational, higher professional, and university education) create new serious game prototypes every semester. You start with concepting and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test with real clients.

We have already developed dozens of prototypes, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations. Everything we build is extensively tested and improved in collaboration with the customer.

What will you do?

As a Marketing & Communication intern, you will help raise awareness of our serious games among a wide audience. You will translate projects, stories, and results into clear, appealing communications. You will work on:

• Devising and implementing marketing and communication campaigns.
• Writing social media posts, web texts, newsletters, and press releases.
• Analyzing and increasing our online visibility.
• Supporting campaigns, events, and promotions.

You will work closely with designers, content creators, and our communications team.

Who are we looking for?

• You are in the final phase of a degree program in marketing or communication.
• You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
• You write flawlessly and have a good sense of tone of voice.
• You think strategically and creatively.
• Experience with tools such as Trello, Notion, or social planners is a plus.
• You work independently, are proactive, and enjoy contributing ideas.

What do we offer?

• A position at the largest serious game organization in the eastern Netherlands.
• A work environment where experimentation, learning, and collaboration are central.
• The opportunity to do work that truly makes an impact.

Application & Contact

Please send your motivation letter and resume to application@gamelaboost.nl.

Intern Content Creator

About GameLab Oost

GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the eastern Netherlands. We link education, research, and innovation to games, gamification, and simulation. Our focus: developing game formats that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and have an impact in the worlds of education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, businesses, governments, and researchers, giving young talent the space to experiment, create, and build meaningful games. Our teams (vocational, higher professional, and university education) create new serious game prototypes every semester. You start with concepting and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test with real clients.

We have already developed dozens of prototypes, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations. Everything we build is extensively tested and improved in collaboration with the customer.

What will you do?

As a Content Creator, you translate our projects and games into creative, original content. You ensure that people see us, follow us, and remember us. Your responsibilities include:

● Creating photos, videos, reels, and behind-the-scenes content. ● Developing creative formats for social media. ● Providing support during recordings, events, and workshops. You will work closely with marketing, designers, and game teams.

Who are we looking for?

● You are studying media, communication, content, or audiovisual studies.
● You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
● You are proficient with editing software (Premiere, DaVinci, CapCut, or similar).
● You are creative, love storytelling, and see opportunities for content everywhere.
● You dare to take initiative and contribute ideas for formats and concepts.

What do we offer?

● Space to develop your skills in photography, video, and creative concepting.
● A portfolio full of professionally produced content.

Application & Contact

Send your motivation letter, resume, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl.
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Graphic Designer Intern

About GameLab Oost

GameLab Oost is a non-profit game design lab in the eastern Netherlands. We link education, research, and innovation to games, gamification, and simulation. Our focus: developing game formats that accelerate learning, influence behavior, and have an impact in the worlds of education, healthcare, culture, and sustainability.

We collaborate with schools, businesses, governments, and researchers, giving young talent the space to experiment, create, and build meaningful games. Our teams (vocational, higher professional, and university education) create new serious game prototypes every semester. You start with concepting and research, work in short sprints using SCRUM, and continuously test with real clients.

We have already developed dozens of prototypes, including for the Municipality of Hengelo, ZGT, the University of Twente, and various healthcare organizations. Everything we build is extensively tested and improved in collaboration with the customer.

What will you do?

As a Graphic Designer, you will strengthen our visual identity and bring our projects to life with strong, recognisable designs. You will work on:

● Designing social visuals, presentations, infographics, and campaign materials.
● Further developing our visual style.
● Design for events, showcases, and internal projects.
● Collaborating with game artists and marketers to maintain a consistent style.

Who are we looking for?

● You are in the final phase of a degree programme in design or media design.
● You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
● You are proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
● Knowledge of Figma or motion design is a plus.
● You have a strong visual eye and work accurately and conceptually.

What do we offer?

● Creative freedom within a rapidly growing organisation.
● A varied range of tasks and projects with real impact.
● The opportunity to significantly expand your portfolio.

Application & Contact

Send your motivation letter, resume, and portfolio to application@gamelaboost.nl.
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Event Manager Intern

What will you do?

As Event Manager, you ensure that our showcases, workshops and game events run smoothly and professionally. You are the organisational linchpin. Your responsibilities include:

● Planning and coordinating events and trade fairs.
● Drawing up scripts and logistical plans.
● Contact with partners, suppliers, and participants.
● Support during events: set-up, guidance and coordination on site.

Who are we looking for?

● You are studying event management, hospitality, communication or organisation.
● You are available from February 2026 to June 2026.
● You enjoy planning and organising and remain calm when things get busy.
● You work accurately, practically and think in terms of solutions.
● Experience with tools such as Trello or Notion is a plus.

What do we offer?
● A dynamic working environment with many events.
● Guidance from experienced event professionals.
● A high level of responsibility and variety in your work.

Application & Contact

Please send your motivation letter and CV to application@gamelaboost.nl.
Acquisitie wordt afgeraden.

Time allocation: 4–8 hours per week (flexible)

Who are we?

At Gamelab Oost it's all about serious gamesGames that are not only fun, but also meaningful. Think of games about sustainability, health or inclusion.
We collaborate with students, creative thinkers, and social organisations to develop game ideas that make the world a little better (and more fun).

What are you going to do?

As a Volunteer Project Supervisor you help our teams to ensure their projects run smoothly. You are the one who keeps track of everything, connects people and ensures that plans become reality.
You are a bit of an organiser, a bit of a coach, and above all: the glue that holds the team together.

Specifically, this means that:

• Assisting team members in planning and tackling their tasks
  
  
• Ensuring smooth communication between students, partners and clients
  
  
• Contributing to team meetings
  
  
• Contributing ideas on how projects can be smarter, more enjoyable or more efficient
  
  
• Supporting the project manager with progress and organisation

   

What are we looking for in you?

• You enjoy helping people work together.
  
  
• You are interested in games, innovation or social issues.
  
  
• You are good at planning and keeping track of things.
  
  
• You communicate easily and enjoy a positive atmosphere.
  
  
• Experience with project work, Scrum or Agile is a plus, but not required.
  
  
• English is the working language at Gamelab Oost, so you need to feel comfortable with the English language.

   

What do you get in return?

• A creative playground full of ideas, creators and students
  
  
• Experience with real projects and the world of serious gaming
  
  
• Guidance from experienced project leaders
  
  
• Flexible working hours
  
  
• A great place to meet new people and develop your skills
  
  
• And of course: lots of fun, conviviality and appreciation!

   

Sounds good?

Please email a brief motivation letter (or simply send your LinkedIn profile with a message) to application@gamelaboost.nl
Would you like to meet us first or get a feel for the atmosphere? You can! Send us a message, and we'll arrange to meet for a cup of coffee.

Together, we create games that set things in motion.