About the role#
As a Content Design Intern for the Monetization Ads team, you will learn how UX writing supports product experiences. You will work alongside researchers, product designers, and writers to focus on quality, usability, and simplicity. This internship provides hands-on experience with real-world product challenges.
What you'll do#
- Write and iterate on clear, conversational UI copy for ads and monetization experiences, including labels, buttons, helper text, and system messages.
- Partner with product design, product management, engineering, research, and localization teams to learn workflows and incorporate feedback.
- Help maintain content guidelines, voice, and terminology to ensure consistency across different surfaces and markets.
- Participate in design critiques and reviews to improve clarity and content quality.
- Support process improvements such as organizing patterns, documenting decisions, and tracking common issues.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in HCI or a related design discipline.
- Ability to write clearly and revise work quickly based on feedback.
- Experience collaborating in a cross-functional environment.
- A portfolio of writing samples, including class projects, that shows clarity, audience awareness, and iteration.
- Familiarity with design collaboration tools like Figma and an interest in how words function within product UI.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time internship
- Compensation: $30 per hour
About TikTok
TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.
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