Game Developer – Phaser & React.js Internship (Remote)

About the Internship

Eklavya is an educational platform creating engaging digital learning experiences through interactive games for children aged 3 to 12 years. With hundreds of educational games focusing on subjects like mathematics, language, science, geography, and life skills, the platform continually expands its catalog.

Role Summary and Responsibilities

We seek a proactive Game Developer intern to design, improve, and sustain browser-based educational games with high quality standards.

• Create interactive 2D educational games using Phaser 3.
• Seamlessly integrate Phaser games with React.js-based applications.
• Translate educational content and game concepts into captivating gameplay.
• Implement features such as animations, audio, scoring systems, hints, levels, rewards, and progress tracking.
• Ensure compatible performance across desktop browsers, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Optimize games for devices with limited resources, including entry-level Android tablets.
• Adapt game layouts for varying screen sizes, resolutions, orientations, and aspect ratios.
• Integrate games with APIs, authentication protocols, analytics, and tracking learner progress.
• Identify and resolve issues relating to gameplay, rendering, audio, performance, and browser compatibility.
• Maintain and enhance existing game titles while preventing regressions.
• Write well-structured, modular, reusable, and documented code.
• Collaborate effectively with designers, educators, quality assurance testers, and backend engineers.
• Engage in code reviews, testing procedures, deployment processes, and production monitoring.

Eligibility and Candidate Profile

The internship is open to candidates who:

• Can commit to a remote work arrangement during the internship period.
• Are available to begin the internship between 17th September and 22nd October 2026.
• Are willing to dedicate three months to this internship.
• Possess relevant skills and a keen interest in game development.
• Include women seeking to start or restart their careers.
• Are students of Computer Science Engineering or related fields.

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Hands-on expertise with Phaser 3 game framework.
• Strong command of JavaScript and/or TypeScript.
• Proficiency in React.js and contemporary frontend development techniques.
• Solid understanding of HTML5 Canvas operations, animations, sprites, scene management, physics, tweens, and asset handling.
• Experience creating responsive games deployable on mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms.
• Knowledge of input handling including touch, mouse, and keyboard.
• Ability to optimize game performance metrics such as loading speed, memory footprint, and asset size.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON data exchange, Git version control, and browser developer tools.
• Skill in troubleshooting across multiple browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Android WebView, and iOS WebView.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to gameplay details.

Preferred Experience and Qualities

• A minimum of two years in frontend or game development roles is preferred.
• At least one year of practical development experience with Phaser or a similar HTML5 game technology.
• A portfolio demonstrating completed Phaser-based game projects is desirable, potentially offsetting formal experience criteria.
• A candidate who has taken responsibility for game development from concept through deployment.
• Emphasis on creating reusable game architectures rather than one-off solutions.
• Capability to maintain a balance between engaging game mechanics and educational goals.
• Willingness to conduct comprehensive testing on diverse devices and browsers.

About Eklavya

Eklavya is created by a dedicated team passionate about democratizing education for children in remote and underserved areas. Motivated by addressing India's digital divide exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the platform provides an accessible, open, yet effectively managed educational environment. Eklavya is committed to nurturing the nation's future by delivering high-quality learning experiences universally.

Additional Information

• Internship Duration: 3 months
• Start Timeframe: Immediate, between 17th September and 22nd October 2026
• Work Mode: Fully remote (work from home)
• Weekly Workdays: 5 days per week
• Stipend: INR 5,000 to 6,000 per month
• Benefits: Certificate of completion, flexible working hours
• Number of Openings: 2