Front-End Engineer Intern (User and Creator Product)

Join TikTok as a Front-End Engineer Intern

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, and our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. As part of our User & Creator Product (UCP) team, you will work with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, recommendation/algorithm, product, marketing, and operations. Our goal is to foster the growth of creators and content on our platform.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers and designers to deliver state-of-the-art user experiences.
• Build world-class frontends that combine usability, accessibility, elegance, performance, and maintainability.
• Implement automated and manual test strategies to ensure product quality.
• Learn and understand how TikTok products work and help build end-to-end solutions.
• Contribute to the team with your expertise, experience, and perspectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate/Master/PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, ES5/6, CSS, and various layouts.
• Understanding of component-based development ideas, familiarity with React, Angular, Vue.js, or any other equivalent library/framework.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduating December 2025 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship.
• Experience in solving CSS/JS multi-browser compatibility problems and front-end performance optimization.
• Understanding of construction and continuous integration, familiarity with at least one construction tool.
• Understanding of back-end technologies and databases is a plus.

Internship Details

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:

• Monday, May 12
• Monday, May 19
• Tuesday, May 27 (Memorial Day May 26)
• Monday, June 9
• Monday, June 23

Why Join Us

At TikTok, we create together and grow together. We are committed to continuously expanding our product offerings to ensure that our creators and content ecosystem continue to thrive. Join us to turn your ambitions into reality and gain hands-on experience in a vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly rate range: $45 - $60
• Medical insurance with 100% premium coverage for full-time interns after 90 days from the date of hire.
• Paid holidays and paid sick leave.
• Mental and emotional health benefits through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Reimbursements for your mobile phone expense.

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We are passionate about celebrating our diverse voices and creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.