Data Engineer Intern (Privacy and Data Protection Office)- 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
Responsibilities
About the team
PDPO(Privacy and Data Protection Office) is the organization to lead, supervise, and empower all TikTok's privacy work in an accountable and industry leading way. This team is the expert in the landscape of privacy risks and passionate about consulting across the company on implementing the proper safeguards and technical mitigations to ensure that our users' privacy is honored across the TikTok's products and platforms.
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok.
Internships at TikTok 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 TikTok 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, 2026
Online Assessment
Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in TikTok's technical online assessment.
We are looking for a Data Engineer Intern to support the Risk and Governance organization within PDPO. This role will focus on enhancing the foundational data engineering infrastructure, building automated pipelines, and integrating data from APIs to drive privacy-related insights and monitoring.
Key responsibilities include:
- Enhance and optimize current data infrastructure, improving data processing and pipeline performance.
- Design and build automated pipelines for data collection, transformation, and reporting.
- Develop data integrations via APIs to ensure seamless and reliable data ingestion.
- Collaborate with the team to explore the integration of LLMs and agent-based systems into data workflows.
- Conduct data investigations and analysis to detect privacy risks and support incident response.
- Build scalable monitoring systems with automated alerts for privacy compliance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, security, and legal) to deliver robust data solutions.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current pursuing an Undergraduate or Master in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Analytics, Mathematics or related technical fields.
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
- Solid programming skills in Python and SQL, with experience in schema design and ETL development.
- Experience with API integration and automated data pipeline design.
- Hands-on experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hive, Spark, Kafka, Flink).
- Familiarity with data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, dashboards).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong problem-solving, communication and presentation skills, and self-driven work ethic.
- Knowledge of privacy, data security, or compliance is a plus.
- Familiarity with TikTok/Douyin's product features is a plus.
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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