Data Scientist Intern [TikTok LIVE-Data Science]-2026 Summer (BS/MS)
About this internship
TikTok is hiring a Data Scientist Intern for TikTok LIVE-Data Science for Summer 2026, based on-site in San Jose, CA. This 12-week internship is designed for BS/MS students pursuing Math, Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related technical discipline. You’ll use your SQL expertise and program in Python or R to support data science work connected to TikTok’s content creators and content discovery. The role lists pay at $50/hr.
Qualifications
Required
- Pursuing an Undergraduate/Master in Math, Statistic, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related technical discipline.
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026.
- Expertise in SQL and programming in Python or R.
Nice to have
- Coursework or projects in statistics, machine learning, or applied data analysis.
- Comfort working with large datasets and writing clean, well-documented SQL queries.
- Experience using Python or R to clean data, run analyses, and communicate results.
- Ability to summarize analytical findings clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to iterate on analyses based on feedback.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before you apply, prepare 1–2 class or personal projects that show SQL plus Python or R in action, and be ready to explain your approach and results in a few sentences. Since the role is on-site in San Jose for 12 weeks, confirm your Summer 2026 availability and location plans early so you can respond quickly if asked.