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Machine Learning Engineer Intern (Search-TikTok Recommendation) )- 2025 Summer (BS/MS)

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TikTok

Aug 1

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • San Jose

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
  • Proficient coding skills and strong algorithm & data structure basis.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: NLP, Ranking, Ads, search engine, recommender system, distributed system, and machine learning.
  • Graduating December 2025 onwards with intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship.
  • Demonstrated software engineering or natural language processing, deep learning experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.
  • High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the improvement of the search core algorithm, possible directions include:
  • Content understanding/matching: Applying the industry's cutting-edge NLP and CV technology to match the most relevant videos for each search query, and continuously improve the relevance of TikTok search.
  • User Behavior Modeling: solving the recommendation problem in search, let TikTok search increase the ability of personalization on the basis of "relevant", and understand users better.
  • Video understanding: comprehensive use of NLP, CV, and other technologies for better video understanding from the perspective of the video itself and social network, improve the authority, credibility, and usefulness of search results.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship program runs for 12 weeks, beginning in May or June 2025.

What are the start dates for the internship?

Interns can start on the following dates: Monday, May 12; Monday, May 19; Tuesday, May 27; Monday, June 9; or Monday, June 23.

What is the hourly rate for this internship?

The hourly rate for this position is $45.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Is work authorization required for this position?

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 preferred qualifications for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include graduating December 2025 onwards, demonstrated software engineering or natural language processing experience, and having high levels of creativity and quick problem-solving skills.

What kind of projects will interns work on?

Interns will participate in improving the search core algorithm, focusing on content understanding/matching, user behavior modeling, and video understanding using advanced NLP and computer vision technologies.

Is there any company support for mental health?

Yes, the company provides mental and emotional health benefits through an Employee Assistance Program.

Will there be any professional development workshops during the internship?

Yes, a vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for interns.

Are there any accommodations provided for candidates with disabilities?

Yes, TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities and other protected reasons.

What benefits are provided during the internship?

Interns receive paid holidays, paid sick leave, and medical insurance coverage after 90 days from the date of hire.

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TikTok

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

TikTok is a social media platform where users create and share short videos on various topics, including entertainment, education, and lifestyle. Their ultimate goal is to inspire creativity and bring joy to people's lives through engaging and entertaining content. TikTok's purpose is to provide a platform for self-expression and connection, fostering a global community where individuals can express themselves authentically and connect with others who share similar interests and passions.

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