Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Privacy and Security-Product) – 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
TikTok · Content Creators, Content Discovery
About this internship
TikTok is hiring a Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Privacy and Security-Product) for Summer 2026 in Seattle, WA, with an on-site work model. This 12-week internship is aimed at students pursuing a BS/MS in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. The hourly pay is $42.75/hr.
Qualifications
Required
- Pursuing an Undergraduate/Master degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
- Proficiency in one of the commonly used languages.
Nice to have
- Coursework or projects related to privacy, security, or building secure software features.
- Experience completing programming assignments or personal projects in at least one commonly used language.
- Comfort collaborating in a team setting and communicating technical tradeoffs clearly.
- Ability to learn new codebases quickly and ask effective questions when requirements are unclear.
- Attention to detail when handling sensitive data and following guidelines.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, confirm you can be on-site in Seattle for the full 12 weeks in Summer 2026 and note your degree program (BS or MS) and expected graduation date. In your resume or application, highlight 1–2 projects where you built software features and explain the language you used and what you personally implemented. Apply through https://lifeattiktok.com/earlycareers.