Talent Acquisition Project Intern (Product & Design) - 2026 (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short-term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real-world experience. You will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning in a fast-paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

About the Team
We're dedicated to TikTok's Product and Design division, whose core mission is to source and recruit exceptional talent of all seniority levels - from junior to senior positions - for TikTok's global Product and Design teams, fueling the team's innovation and development with high-caliber professional talent.

About the Role
We're looking for a motivated and curious Talent Acquisition Intern to support the recruiters responsible for building world-class Product and Design teams at TikTok.
As part of our Talent Acquisition organization, you'll gain hands-on experience across the recruiting lifecycle-helping identify top talent, refine recruiting processes, and deliver an outstanding candidate and stakeholder experience.

Key Responsibilities
- Assist in sourcing candidates using platforms such as LinkedIn, job boards, and social media.
- Screen CVs and conduct initial assessments to identify potential candidates.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Support job postings by drafting and publishing job descriptions.
- Maintain accurate and organized candidate records in our applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Assist in building talent pipelines for critical roles.
- Participate in recruitment events such as career fairs and networking sessions.
- Contribute to employer branding efforts to attract top talent.
- Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- Availability for a 6-month full-time internship.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience with ATS platforms.
- Previous experience in a recruitment or administrative role.