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- Any
- Salary
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- BS/MS
- Eligibility
- Students available for a 2026 internship and able to commit to either January to June or May to August. Applicants can apply for up to two positions across TikTok and its affiliates globally.
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- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Team Overview
TikTok’s design organization is focused on delivering a world-class experience for a massive global audience. The team brings together product designers, creative designers, visual designers, content designers, and localization specialists from many regions, all collaborating to turn ambitious ideas into real products.
This internship is intended for students joining in 2026 and is designed to provide practical industry exposure along with hands-on learning. The role sits within a fast-moving, international environment where you will contribute to building experiences that help people create, discover, and connect.
Applicants may submit a maximum of two roles across TikTok and its affiliates worldwide, and applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted.
To be considered, candidates must be available for one of these internship windows: January to June, or May to August (summer).
What You Will Do
- Design user experiences for TikTok, a short-form video platform used by audiences around the world.
- Work closely with product managers, researchers, UX writers, and engineers to shape product solutions.
- Contribute across the full product cycle, from early ideation through to polished, launch-ready design work.
- Create quick prototypes, build flows using data and research insights, collect feedback from stakeholders, and refine designs until they are ready for release.
- Blend user feedback and business priorities into continuous improvements to the product experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Solid interaction design ability, with regular use of prototyping tools such as Figma.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain ideas, design direction, and decision-making clearly.
- Comfort working with multiple stakeholders across the organization.
- Ability to move quickly, test several concepts, and iterate effectively.
- A results-driven, resilient mindset suited to a startup-style environment focused on efficiency and impact.
- Capacity to stay effective under pressure and tight deadlines when needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with A/B testing and data-informed design practices.
- Familiarity with tools and platforms such as Figma, Principle, Adobe Creative Suite, macOS, iOS, and Android.
- Genuine interest in TikTok and its community.
Additional Information
By applying, you agree to TikTok’s global applicant privacy policy. If you have questions about the role, you can contact apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com.
About TikTok
TikTok is a leading destination for short-form mobile video, with a mission to inspire creativity and bring joy. Its global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and it also has offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join TikTok
The company places creativity at the center of its mission and builds products that help people express themselves, discover content, and connect with others. Its global teams work with curiosity, humility, and a strong bias toward impact. The culture values learning, experimentation, resilience, and an “Always Day 1” mindset.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok aims to build an inclusive workplace where people are appreciated for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. The company values a workforce that reflects the communities it serves and welcomes diverse voices.