We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at our Company aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at our Company.
Internships at Our Company aims to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.
Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to Our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Summer Start Dates:
May 11th, 2026
May 18th, 2026
May 26th, 2026
June 8th, 2026
June 22nd, 2026
Responsibilities:
1. Design, develop, test, and continuously improve TikTok's Ads experience.
2. Manage the work of a focused team of software engineers, providing guidance, regular feedback, education, and mentoring.
3. Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and other disciplines to explore the next generation of ads experiences on TikTok.
4. Take responsibility for the team project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
5. Define a long-term technical roadmap and contribute to technical decisions on your team.
6. Collaborate with PM and R&D teams globally, in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Currently pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other relevant majors.
2. Strong Computer Science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, software design) and problem-solving skills
3. Ability to think critically and to formulate solutions in a clear and concise way
4. Very strong teamwork skills (e.g. communication, ownership, empathy, honesty)
5. Experience with Advertisement Technology is a plus, but not required
6. Must be able to commit to a 12-week full-time work period during Summer 2026
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience in resource management and task scheduling with large-scale distributed software (such as Spark and TensorFlow).
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
f:TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request