Overview
Join TikTok’s Client AI team as a 2026 intern and gain hands-on experience developing intelligent client-side solutions that enhance user experiences across the platform. You’ll work on engineering infrastructure, collaborate with business and R&D teams, and explore emerging technologies like large language models to optimize TikTok’s diverse product lines.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
- Practical experience building and optimizing client-side AI infrastructure
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies, including large language models and mobile systems
- Opportunities to collaborate with global teams and contribute to core product enhancements
- Mentorship from experienced engineers in AI and client infrastructure
- Portfolio-worthy experience in high-scale system design and deployment
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize engineering infrastructure for Client AI, including feature centers, inference engines, and strategy platforms
- Provide reliable end-to-end solutions supporting multiple R&D teams
- Collaborate with business teams to implement client-side intelligence across complex scenarios
- Apply emerging AI technologies to improve product performance and user experience
- Contribute to continuous innovation for next-generation mobile experiences
- Assist in testing, deploying, and scaling client-side AI solutions
Requirements
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related fields
- Strong interest in AI, mobile systems, and building reliable high-scale solutions
- Good teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills
- Eager to learn and apply emerging technologies
- Comfortable working with global teams
- Experience with iOS development (Objective-C/Swift) or Client AI deployment is a plus
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
This internship is ideal for students passionate about AI, mobile technology, and building client-side systems that impact millions of users globally.
About the Company
TikTok is a leading global platform for short-form mobile video, fostering creativity and joy across its user base. Its Client AI team focuses on building intelligent, scalable systems that enhance user experiences and optimize product performance.
Internship Details
Location: Singapore
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Commitment: Full-time
Working Arrangement (Onsite/Hybrid/Remote): To be confirmed
Stipend (if provided): Not specified
Application Deadline: Rolling applications; early application encouraged
