Software Engineering Intern, Summer 2027
About this role
TikTok's summer 2027 internship wave is open now, with 273 intern requisitions listed across its two U.S. job boards in early October 2026. Software engineering interns in San Jose are paid $45 an hour, while other tracks such as TikTok Shop business roles start around $23.75 an hour. The 12-week paid program pairs interns with a mentor on a well-scoped project, plus social events, learning programs, and development workshops. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and most postings cap you at two applications across TikTok and its affiliates worldwide, so choose your top two carefully.
Posted on October 29, 2026, this opening appears in our Internships listings. The role is based on site in San Jose, California, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $49,400 – $93,600/yr, as published by the employer. The sections below summarise the role in our own words: what you would be doing, what the employer expects, what is offered in return, and exactly how to apply.
Job snapshot
| Employer | TikTok |
|---|---|
| Job title | Software Engineering Intern, Summer 2027 |
| Location | San Jose, California |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | $49,400 – $93,600/yr |
| Posted | October 29, 2026 |
| Listing source | Extern (TikTok internship guide) |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at TikTok would centre on the following duties:
- Work on a well-scoped engineering project with a dedicated mentor
- Write, test, and review code for a real product surface
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers
- Present your project at the end of the internship
- Take part in learning programs and development workshops
- Join social events and intern community activities
What you will need
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, MBA, or PhD in a relevant field
- Strong programming fundamentals and problem-solving skills
- Coursework or projects in software engineering or a related area
- Ability to work full-time on site for the 12-week summer program
- Clear communication and a collaborative working style
- Note the two-application cap across TikTok and its affiliates worldwide
This opportunity suits a current student or recent graduate who wants supervised, hands-on experience and a reference point for their first full application.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $49,400 – $93,600/yr, as published by TikTok. Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- Paid 12-week summer internship, up to $45 an hour for San Jose software engineering
- Dedicated mentor and a defined project with a final presentation
- Learning programs, development workshops, and social events
- Experience at one of the world's largest short-video platforms
- Potential route to a full-time return offer
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the official listing (Extern (TikTok internship guide)), where applications are submitted directly to TikTok.
- Complete every field of the official application and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply months ahead for summer programs — many close in the preceding autumn.
- Tailor your résumé to the posting and include relevant coursework and projects.
- Ask about conversion to a full-time role — good programs hire from their intern pool.
- Prepare two or three questions about the team to ask at interview.
Frequently asked questions
How many TikTok internships can I apply for?
Most postings cap you at two applications across TikTok and its affiliates worldwide, considered in the order you submit them.
When are applications reviewed?
On a rolling basis, so applying early in the window improves your chances.
What is the salary for this Software Engineering Intern, Summer 2027 role?
The advertised range is $49,400 – $93,600/yr, as published by the employer. The final offer depends on experience, qualifications, and location, so confirm the current figure on the official listing before you apply.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for San Jose, California and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.