Jobs

Backend Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Intelligent Creation) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
San Jose, CA
·
On-site
·
Full-time
·
1mo ago
Benefits & Perks
•Professional development budget
•Competitive salary and equity package
•Flexible work arrangements
•Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
•Learning
•Equity
•Flexible Hours
•Healthcare
Required Skills
Node.js
JavaScript
TypeScript
About Us
Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video and our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.
Size: 5001-10000 employees
Industry: Entertainment & Gaming, Social Media, Technology
Responsibilities
Our team's mission is to power the creator economy by offering economic opportunities for creators who inspire creativity, bring joy, and provide value to our community. We are a product facing team and you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team (Product, Research, Design, and Data) to define and build solutions for creators who inspire members of our community every day.
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at Tik Tok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at Tik Tok.
Internships at Tik Tok aim 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. It runs for 12 weeks.
Email Address
Send me The Muse newsletters for the best in career advice and job search tips.
Get jobs!
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 Tik Tok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. 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, 2026Online Assessment Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in Tik Tok's technical online assessment.
Responsibilities:
- Build new features that touch hundreds of millions of people around the world.
- Solve unique, large-scale, highly complex technical problems.
- Participate in technical discussions related to team's product and engineering work.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
-
Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate/Master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline;
-
Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026;
-
Experience with Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.
-
As a condition of employment, all successful candidates must be able to establish authorization to work in the United States. For this position, the Company does not provide sponsorship or any immigration-related benefits.
-
Preferred Qualifications
-
Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship.
-
Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internships, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.
-
High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.
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
Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: Tik Tok-7532756766799644946
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2025-09-23T20:17:00
Search all jobs
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Company Equity
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Company Videos
Hear directly from employees about what it is like to work at Tik Tok.
Search all jobs
Similar Jobs
Suggested Searches
internship jobsTikTok jobsAll jobs
Search Additional Jobs
Backend Software Engineer Intern Jobs in San Jose, CAJobs in San Jose, CA
Total Views
0
Apply Clicks
0
Mock Applicants
0
Scraps
0
Similar Jobs

Staff Backend Product Software Engineer, Core Intelligence & Media
Dropbox · Remote - Canada: Select locations

Senior Forward Deployed Engineer (Backend)
Adobe · 3 Locations

Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Robinhood · Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY

Staff Software Engineer - Backend
Databricks · Vancouver, Canada

Senior Backend Engineer - Starfleet
xAI · Palo Alto, CA; San Francisco, CA
About TikTok

TikTok
Late StageA short-form video entertainment app and social network platform
10,001+
Employees
Los Angeles
Headquarters
$220B
Valuation
Reviews
3.1
3 reviews
Work Life Balance
1.5
Compensation
2.0
Culture
1.2
Career
1.8
Management
1.0
5%
Recommend to a Friend
Pros
Limited positive feedback available
Company size allows for potential opportunities
Technology platform experience
Cons
Mass layoffs and poor handling of terminations
Unprofessional management and HR behavior
Exposure to traumatic content without adequate support
Salary Ranges
52 data points
Junior/L3
Junior/L3 · Anti-Fraud Data Analyst
3 reports
$143,750
total / year
Base
$125,000
Stock
-
Bonus
-
$126,500
$163,300
Interview Experience
4 interviews
Difficulty
3.5
/ 5
Duration
21-35 weeks
Experience
Positive 0%
Neutral 25%
Negative 75%
Interview Process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Screen
3
Online Assessment
4
Technical Phone Screen
5
Onsite/Virtual Interviews
6
Team Matching
7
Offer
Common Questions
Coding/Algorithm
System Design
Behavioral/STAR
Technical Knowledge
Data Structures
News & Buzz
25-Year-Old TikTok Star Khaby Lame Sells His Media Company for Nearly $1B - observer.com
Source: observer.com
News
·
5w ago
TikTok users say they're being censored after new owners were announced. The company says it's a tech issue. - Reason Magazine
Source: Reason Magazine
News
·
5w ago
TikTok users can't upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues
HN
·
5w ago
·
1,490
·
1000
TikTok is investigating why some users can't write 'Epstein' in messages - NPR
Source: NPR
News
·
5w ago