Product Designer Intern (TikTok Design UX) - 2026 Start (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 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.
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.
We support credit-bearing internship registration, subject to the intern's school requirements and company approval.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to either of the following Internships
- From May to August (onboard by 11 May 2026)

Responsibilities:
- Design for TikTok, the creative short video platform that targets global users.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, researchers, UX writers, and engineers.
- Participate in every aspect of the product development process, from generating ideas to refining pixel-perfect designs before launch.
- Rapidly prototype conceptual product ideas, design user flows based on data analysis and user research, gather feedback from various stakeholders, iterate on designs, and deliver products with the best user experience.
- Integrate user feedback and business requirements into ongoing product experience updates.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a design-related major (e.g., UX Design, Interaction Design, Graphic Design).
- Solid understanding of UX design principles and methodologies; proficient in using design tools such as Figma for prototyping and wireframing.
- Familiar with the Japanese market and consumer behavior, with insights into local cultural and user experience preferences.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and cross-regional stakeholders.
- Self-motivated, resilient, and optimistic; able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com