(General Hire) Designer Project Intern (TikTok-Design) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

1. Taking ownership of the creative concept and design, for TikTok; 2. Analyze feedback from users, using metrics to develop strategies that drive engagement and improve overall metrics and user experience; 3. Research aesthetic preferences across different countries, leveraging cultural understanding to help the team achieve diverse styles and perspectives; 4. Bring creative ideas to the table by exploring valuable initiatives beyond animations, including but not limited to short video production, physical collectibles, and special effects filters.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Spring-Fall 2026 - Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree - Motion design, virtual design, creative design, brand design experience - Most recent portfolio must be submitted with application to be considered - Strong in interaction design, and regularly execute prototypes using tools like Figma. - AI related experience or interest

Preferred Qualifications

- Ability to rapidly iterate and produce multiple concepts; - Experience with A/B testing and data driven practice; - Results oriented and resilient. Ability to join within a startup culture which celebrates efficiency and driving impact; - Knowledge of working with Principal, Adobe Creative Suite, and OSX, iOS & Android; - A passion and enthusiasm for TikTok and its community!

Job Information

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $30- $30. - Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

TikTok Accommodation

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request @2026 TikTok