(General Hire) Visual Design Intern (TikTok-Design) - 2025 Summer (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

TikTok Design Team is to provide first-class user experience for hundreds of millions of users around the world, thereby helping them create and express better, discover the diversity and beauty of the world, break down more barriers, and build bridges between people. We are an international design team with Product Designer, Creative Designer, Visual Designer, Content Designer and Localization Expert from all over the world working together to make every impossible possible.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2025. 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. This Internship Program runs for 12 weeks beginning in May/June 2025. Successful candidates must be able to commit to one of the following summer internship start dates below:
Monday, May 12
Monday, May 19
Tuesday May 27 (Memorial Day May 26)
Monday, June 9
Monday, June 23

We will prioritize candidates who are able to commit to these start dates. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).

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 early.

Responsibilities
1. Taking ownership of the creative concept and design, for TikTok;
2. Analyze feedback from users, using metrics to develop strategies that drive engagement and improve overall metrics and user experience;
3. Research aesthetic preferences across different countries, leveraging cultural understanding to help the team achieve diverse styles and perspectives;
4. Bring creative ideas to the table by exploring valuable initiatives beyond animations, including but not limited to short video production, physical collectibles, and special effects filters.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Most recent portfolio must be submitted with application to be considered
- Strong in interaction design, and regularly execute prototypes using tools like Figma.
- Great communication skills to be able to articulate your concepts, vision and decision-making.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders across the org.
- Ability to rapidly iterate and produce multiple concepts.
- Results oriented and resilient. Ability to fit within a startup culture which celebrates efficiency and driving impact.

Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship experience in creative/visual design.
- Understanding of global products/environment, markets and styles.
- Experience working in a fast-changing, hands-on work environment.