Team Introduction
TikTok Design Team provides first-class user experience for hundreds of millions of users around the world, helping them create and express better, discover the diversity and beauty of the world, break down more barriers, and build bridges between people. It is an international design team with Product Designer, Creative Designer, Visual Designer, Content Designer and Localization Expert roles from all over the world working together.
The internship program offers students hands-on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals. Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across the Company and its affiliates globally. Applications are considered in the order they are submitted and reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged. Candidates should clearly state their availability in their resume, including start and end dates.
Responsibilities
•Design and iterate content experiences for TikTok LIVE, including writing interface copy, crafting interactive prompts, and developing content strategies that enhance user engagement.
•Partner with product and engineering teams to design AI-powered interactive features; use AI-assisted development tools (Vibe Coding) to quickly build functional prototypes that turn content ideas into testable, user-friendly experiences.
•Optimise the content design workflow by leveraging AI co-development tools and low-code/no-code solutions to build automated toolchains for content production (e.g., layout validation, asset generation, copy review), improving overall team efficiency.
•Own the end-to-end delivery of AI-generated copy and prototype demos — from generating and adapting on-brand text using large language models to implementing interactive demos that showcase the final experience.
•Stay curious about emerging content trends and AI technologies, and proactively explore innovative applications within content design.
Minimum Qualifications
•Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Language, Marketing, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Media Technology, or a related discipline.
•Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development (e.g., Vibe Coding) using tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, or GitHub Copilot; able to independently deliver working demos or prototypes.
•Strong creative sense and content taste, with the ability to understand user context and identify design pain points.
•Self-motivated, fast learner, and action-oriented; attentive to knowledge sharing and retrospective improvement.
•Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a positive attitude and adaptability to a fast-paced environment.
•Passionate about content and design innovation, curious about emerging technologies, and possessing a global mindset.
•Please share your content portfolio with us.
Preferred Qualifications
•Experience in live streaming, entertainment, gaming interactions, or cross-border product launches.
•Prior experience in developing and launching open-source projects, Chrome extensions, or independent applications.
•Familiarity with mainstream AI APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) and skilled in prompt engineering and context optimisation.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. TikTok's mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices also in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
