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

3 days ago San Jose, CA

Responsibilities

We are TikTok 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 TikTok'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 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.

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.

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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

Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: TikTok-7595344466313529653
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2026-01-17T20:02:45

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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