Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Privacy and Security-Product) – 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

TikTok ยท Content Creators, Content Discovery
๐Ÿ“ Seattle, WA ๐Ÿข On Site ๐Ÿ’ฐ $42.75-$42.75 /hr

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 1โ€“2 projects where you built software features and explain the language you used and what you personally implemented. Apply through https://lifeattiktok.com/earlycareers.

TikTok – Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Privacy and Security-Product) – 2026 Summer (BS/MS)