Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-PGC-OGC) – 2026 Summer(BS/MS)
TikTok · Content Creators, Content Discovery
About this internship
TikTok is hiring a Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-PGC-OGC) for Summer 2026 in San Jose, CA with an on-site work model. This role is intended for students pursuing a BS or MS in software development, computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical discipline. The internship is listed at $45/hr and requires availability to work on site for at least 12 weeks.
Qualifications
Required
- Pursuing an Undergraduate/Master degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience with one of the coding in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Be able to work onsite for at least 12 weeks.
Nice to have
- Comfortable building and testing small web features using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Coursework or projects that demonstrate fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
- Familiarity with debugging and troubleshooting issues in a web browser environment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating on technical work.
- Ability to manage time well and balance multiple tasks over a 12-week internship.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, prepare 1–2 project examples that use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and be ready to describe what you built, what you learned, and what you’d improve. Confirm you can be on site in San Jose for at least 12 weeks, then apply through the early careers link provided.