Intelligent Camera Effects Software Engineer Intern (Effect-TikTok) – 2026 Summer (BS/MS)
TikTok · Content Creators, Content Discovery
About this internship
TikTok is hiring an Intelligent Camera Effects Software Engineer Intern (Effect-TikTok) for Summer 2026 in San Jose, CA, with an on-site work model. This 12-week internship is geared toward BS/MS students pursuing Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. The role aligns with building camera effects and may draw on AI, CG, ML, and AR knowledge and development experience, with pay listed at $45/hr.
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
- AI/CG/ML/AR knowledge and development experience
Nice to have
- Coursework or projects that demonstrate applied AI, computer graphics (CG), machine learning (ML), or augmented reality (AR).
- A portfolio (class projects, personal projects, or demos) that shows camera-effect or visual computing work you’ve built or contributed to.
- Experience collaborating on software projects in a team setting (for example, via group coursework or labs).
- Comfort communicating technical ideas clearly in writing and in discussions.
- Availability planning that supports a consistent 12-week, on-site schedule in San Jose during Summer 2026.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, confirm you can commit to 12 weeks on-site in San Jose and note that the posting lists $45/hr. Use the application link (https://lifeattiktok.com/earlycareers) and tailor your resume to highlight any AI/CG/ML/AR development experience and relevant coursework or projects.