[Remote] Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Search) - 2026 Summer(BS/MS)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, and they are seeking a Software Engineer Intern for the Summer of 2026. The intern will have the opportunity to develop key features for TikTok Search, optimizing user experience and performance on mobile platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the user features related to search business
• Collaborate with design and product teams to create a world-class mobile experience
• Optimize search performance on mobile platforms
• Promote robust and maintainable code, clear documentation, and deliver high quality work on a tight schedule

Skills

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during the Summer of 2026
• Proficiency in at least one of these programming languages: Objective-C, Swift or Kotlin, Java
• Strong communication and excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to think critically and to formulate solutions to problems in a clear and concise way
• Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship
• Ability to understand and debug large and complex code bases
• Passion about techniques and solving challenging problems

Benefits

• Day one access to health insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year)
• Housing allowance

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