Software Development Engineer In Test Intern (Trust and Safety), 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

The Trust and Safety(TnS) platform team is responsible for protecting our users from harmful content and abusive behaviours. With the continuous efforts of our trust and safety platform team, TikTok can provide the best user experience and bring joy to everyone in the world. Our team is responsible for achieving goals by building moderation desktop applications, Low-code engine & platform, and all kinds of supportive platforms across TnS organization.

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. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok.

Responsibilities
- Manage the quality assurance of Trust and Safety products;
- Actively involve in the product development process and coordinate with various roles to continuously deliver high-quality products;
- Improve product quality and efficiency through technical means such as tool platform development, automated testing and performance testing;
- Prospective technology research and application, applying appropriate technology to improve business quality.

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.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to either of the following Internships
- From January to June
- From May to August (Summer)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate currently pursuing a Degree/Master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Have a passion for computer science and Internet technology, strong interest in software quality assurance;
- Solid data structure and algorithm foundation;
- Good computer foundation, highly proficient in at least one of the programming languages: Python, Java, Go, C/C++;

Preferred Qualifications:
- Good logical thinking and team communication skills;
- Prior internship in quality assurance work is a plus.

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