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Frontend Engineer Intern (Ads Interface and Platform) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

TikTok

Frontend Engineer Intern (Ads Interface and Platform) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

TikTok

San Jose, CA

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On-site

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Full-time

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1mo ago

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary and equity package

401(k) matching

Professional development budget

Flexible work arrangements

Team events and activities

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Equity

Learning

Flexible Hours

Healthcare

Required Skills

PostgreSQL

Python

JavaScript

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

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Responsibilities

We are Tik Tok Monetization Ads Interface Team, dedicated to creating an exceptional advertising experience and intelligent growth marketing strategies for global advertising clients. Here, you will engage with challenging technical domains such as large-scale user systems, diverse advertising fields (ad creation, material optimization, delivery strategy, attribution, measurement, etc.), AI-driven personalized recommendations and growth strategies, and massive client profiling powered by LLM and big data. We are seeking like-minded individuals to join us in leveraging technology to help global small and medium-sized business (SMB) advertisers effectively connect with customers, achieve business success, and drive the rapid growth of Tik Tok's advertising business!

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 Tik Tok's Ads experience.

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  1. 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 Tik Tok.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.

Qualifications:

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 Tensor Flow).

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-7595344466313529653

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2026-01-17T20:02:45
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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)

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About TikTok

TikTok

TikTok

Late Stage

A 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

Mid/L4 · 2D 3D Artist

1 reports

$195,000

total / year

Base

$150,000

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$195,000

$195,000

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