Backend Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-PGC-Monetization) – 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
TikTok · Content Creators, Content Discovery
About this internship
TikTok is hiring a Backend Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-PGC-Monetization) for Summer 2026 in Seattle, WA, with an on-site work model. This 12-week internship is geared toward students pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or master’s degree in software development, computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical discipline. The hourly pay is $42.75/hr, and you’ll work with backend-focused programming languages such as Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.
Qualifications
Required
- Pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate/Master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
- Experience with Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++
Nice to have
- Coursework or projects that demonstrate backend or server-side development fundamentals.
- Comfort writing clean, maintainable code in at least one of Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.
- Experience building or contributing to software projects outside of class (personal, club, or open-source).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technical concepts quickly.
- Clear communication skills for collaborating in an on-site engineering environment.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, confirm you can commit to the full 12-week, on-site Summer 2026 schedule in Seattle. In your resume and application, highlight 1–2 specific backend-focused projects and explicitly name the language(s) you used from Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.