FAQs
What is the duration of the internship for the Applied Scientist Intern position?
The internship is for the summer or fall of 2025.
What academic qualifications are required for this internship?
Candidates must be currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related area.
Is work authorization necessary to apply for this internship?
Yes, candidates must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
Are there any programming skills required for the position?
Yes, proficiency in Python is required, and experience with C++ and CUDA programming is preferred.
What are the primary responsibilities of the interns in this role?
Interns will collaborate with team members, design and evaluate solutions to large-scale optimization problems, utilize critical thinking, and share insights on recent advancements in the field.
What are the preferred qualifications for candidates applying to this internship?
Preferred qualifications include a strong background in Graph Theory, Non-Convex Optimization, Operations Research, Computational Mathematics, or Reinforcement Learning, as well as interest or experience in hardware design and AI model development.
What is the compensation rate for this internship?
The hourly rate for this position is $60.
What benefits do interns receive during their internship?
Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, 10 paid holidays per year, and paid sick time.
Are applications considered on a rolling basis?
Yes, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Is there a limit on how many positions a candidate can apply for at ByteDance?
Yes, candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions, and they will be considered for jobs in the order they apply.