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Machine Learning Engineer Intern (USDS) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
3+ months ago• San Jose, CA
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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:
About the team
The Tech and Product team of Tik Tok USDS is missioned to empower Tik Tok US users to have a great user experience with strong data security and 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. Watch your ambitions become 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.
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 18, 2026
- June 1, 2026
- June 15, 2026
Depending on the team that you'll be considered for, you can expect to:
- build ML models (clustering, graph mining, sequence, LLM) and data mining tools, analyzing user behaviors and attack patterns for risk control detection and mitigation,
- or build recall models for users in support of our recommendations systems to ensure better user experience across devices.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Undergraduate/Master in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Economics, Statistics, or a related technical discipline;
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026;
- Experience writing code in Java, Go, Python or a similar language.
Preferred Qualification:
- Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after completion of the internships.
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Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: Tik Tok-7547370946877901063
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2025-09-15T20:12:25
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- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
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- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
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- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
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- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
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- Hybrid Work Opportunities
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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%
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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
Mid/L4
Senior/L5
Mid/L4 · Applied AI Product Data Scientist
1 reports
$273,000
total / year
Base
$210,000
Stock
-
Bonus
-
$273,000
$273,000
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
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