Historian or archeologist research/consultant for a viking focused History game

Salary Unpaid

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A HISTORICAL COMPUTER GAME? GAMUCATEX IS LOOKING FOR 1-3 FULL TIME OR PART-TIME INTERNS FROM HISTORY OR ARCHEOLOGY FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER 2023.

In the spring of 2023, we at Gamucatex are moving closer and closer to the completion of the alpha version of 'Project Tectonicus’, a historical computer game, which in its first edition deals with the Viking Age. We work hard to ensure that the game content is founded in history, so we are looking for 1-3 historians or archaeologists for a full semester internship dealing primarily with historical research for game development.

As an intern at Gamucatex, you will become part of the history department, where you will do in-depth research on all historical aspects, features, illustrations, etc. in the game. We offer an opportunity to translate your core expertise into communication in a concrete game product. In addition, you get a lot of development opportunities, and get the opportunity to try out several different parts of the game development process, as well as business development, marketing and other exciting tasks.


In addition to the work in the history department, you will also have the opportunity to get to know and perhaps collaborate with:

  • Game design

  • Marketing and SoMe content

  • Illustrations

  • Graphic design

  • Business development

  • Programming (in Unity)


We offer:

  • ECTS-paying internship course

  • Concrete experience in translating your core expertise into business

  • Concrete experience with game development

  • Opportunity to get to know entrepreneurship and the startup world

  • Opportunity to work across several departments and gain insight into business operations

  • Flexible hours

  • A unity with a large international team


We expect:

  • That you are studying either history or archaeology

  • That you can work independently and are not afraid to throw yourself into new challenges

  • That you can communicate effortlessly in English both orally and in writing


It will also be an advantage, but not a requirement, if you:

  • Have worked with Viking Age Scandinavia, England and/or the Frankish Empire through teaching, fieldwork, museum work or other.

  • Have prior knowledge about other Viking Age European or Mediterranean cultures such as Kyivan Rus, Byzantine/Eastern Roman Empire, or the Moors of the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa.

  • Are studying a degree at Master's level

  • Have experience with communication tasks, especially funding applications

  • Have insight into the gaming world

  • Have an interest in entrepreneurship


About us:

Gamucatex is a startup indie game studio, which is in the process of developing its first title under the temporary name 'Project Tectonicus'. We are housed in two incubator office communities at KUA and CSE in Copenhagen. We have an international team of about 20 people, many of whom are based abroad. We are therefore also open to remote or hybrid work, but prefer that interns can show up in Copenhagen a few days a week depending on whether it is a full time or part time internship. The everyday language in the company is English.

An early version of the game can be found on itch.io: Tectonicus: On the Edge of War by GAMUCATEX (itch.io)


Contact and application:

Are you interested? Then send an application and CV as soon as possible . We hold interviews on an ongoing basis. Contact us if you have any questions.

For more information or questions please contact us at job@gamucatex.com or phone number +45 25722969

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Remote work allowed
Remote work allowed

You know how you perform best. Work from your couch, your favorite cafe or abroad when you feel like it.

Central office
Central office

Your local office is your anchor point, thus, we placed it centrally at your convenience.

Work life balance
Work life balance

Carve out time for your kids, friends and personal cider projects.

Skill development
Skill development

We want to take you from good to great.

Near public transit
Near public transit

Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.

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Working at
Gamucatex

VISION We are dream makers, creating journey opportunities for aspiring talent and delivering uniquely crafted interactive experiences for our community which they connect deeply with; these player co-create stories that will immerse their senses and emotions in a rich universe based on our world; leaving them wondering about questions in the game and outside the game; its not about advanced technology but about creative cultivated content based adventures. Our vision is beyond building tools, it is about pushing the boundaries for how the game medium can create a positive impact in this world with games that empower you to make interesting choices giving you value from the time spent. ABOUT OUR STUDIO We are an early-stage pre-seed startup founded in 2020, a premium AA+ Indie that has all the elements to become a highly recognized record setter. Consisting of an international team of 30+ with a powerhouse HQ in KUA (Copenhagen), we’re collaborating with a wide community of inspired individuals from across the world. Most studios start small with a narrow circle, but we quickly grew into a multi-functional diverse team. We are ambitious developers, artists, game-audio-UI designers, composers, storytellers, historians, archeologists, marketers, human resource specialists and user and market researchers. Vets and newcomers, the past and the future combined! Together, we harden our skills and knowledge, united and passionate about bringing meaningful games to people – just like our current project Tectonicus, a card-based auto-battler empowered by history going deep into the sources, initially rooted in the Viking Age. The focus and specialty of our games is on the subject of life and people, how questions about our existence can be displayed on screen and in the hands of the players. We make our assets in-house, from visual art and code to music and foley sounds, with passion and respect for history. We dedicate ourselves daily to creating a game atmosphere that takes you on a journey to the past, cards that are exciting to play, decks that feel like a living army under your wise warlord’s hand, and battle scenarios that let you shape history. Diversity and inclusivity are our values not only in words but in everyday practice. We actively make efforts to support all the various individuals participating in our journey, creating a safe and positive dynamic environment for neurodiversity, all ages, genders, and backgrounds, including various skill sets. We adhere to principles of openness and transparency, and we are results-oriented while valuing work-life balance. A place where you can feel welcome, and respected, where your voice and profession matter, we are keen on making this your first or next step that will excel your career and an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on our project and players. In short, our gamers come from all walks of life and so do we, gathering great people from a wide variety of backgrounds is devotion not just because we believe this is the right thing for us but also because it facilitates a stronger company with greater games! VALUES AND WORK CULTURE We also value our Scandinavian work model. Expect a flat hierarchy with a bottom-up-based approach with a great work-life balance, and flexible working hours. Join team work with autonomy in task generation and execution, where you are proactive and not waiting for management for order, all in a trust-focused culture. Open, honest, and transparent communication with constructive feedback as our foundation expecting everyone to share opinions, no matter roles. An approachable and involving management. The collective intelligence finds effective solutions. We engage and explore sustainable practices and CSR. The top priority is teammates well-being supported by team-building exercises, social events and eating lunch together. We acknowledge challenges that is okay to make mistakes, which we can learn from. We casual and informal!

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