The January 2023 School Internship Games program in Hamburg provided 20 placement spots for 9th-grade students, maintaining an equal gender split and balanced representation across school types.
Industry partners including InnoGames, Goodgame Studios, FISHLABS, and HAW Hamburg hosted the three-week curriculum, which focused on game design, programming, and audio production.
The initiative is designed to address the local industry's need for qualified professionals by bridging the gap between academic education and professional requirements.
Hamburg’s games ecosystem currently comprises over 180 companies, making the region a significant hub for game development.
The program is supported by the Creative Gaming initiative, which provides media educators to guide students through practical tasks and final project presentations.
Beyond the internship, the Gamecity@School program facilitates ongoing engagement by connecting industry experts directly with students in classroom settings.
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