Backend Engineer Intern

Responsibilities
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026 (Earliest starting in January). Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Applicants must be current students and maintain enrollment throughout the entire internship period. Graduates are not eligible for internship positions.

Applicants should be available for a minimum 12-week internship, working at least 3 days per week onsite at TikTok's Sydney office.

About The Team
The Media Network Global Engineering team is committed to building a globally leading cloud-native transmission and distribution network for media. Driven by technological innovation, it integrates edge cloud computing, real-time transmission protocols and intelligent scheduling algorithms to create a global system for ultra-low-latency live streaming and real-time communication, so as to support the development of ByteDance's global business.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Media Network backend services by building basic service components and contributing to shared solutions that reduce repetitive development work.
• Assist in implementing Design System technical solutions, contributing to core development tasks and basic system optimization under guidance.
• Follow established code standards and testing procedures while learning best practices to ensure quality deliverables.
• Participate in technology research projects and contribute to evaluating new tools and technologies alongside senior team members.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Proficient in at least one programming language, such as Java, C, C++, PHP, Python, or Go
• Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including in-depth knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and operating system concepts
• Strong logical reasoning and analytical abilities to effectively abstract and break down complex business logic
• Excellent learning aptitude and effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications

• Active contributions to open-source projects or personal coding initiatives
• Demonstrated technical curiosity and passion for continuous learning and growth
• Knowledge of software design patterns and architectural principles
• Familiarity with agile software development methodologies
• Experience with version control systems, such as Git
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to writing clean, maintainable code

Job Information

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.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

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.

Acknowledgment of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.