About the role#
This internship focuses on the transaction platform that powers TikTok advertising operations. You will support core functions including advertising billing, fund account management, and budget control. The team manages a real-time system that processes billions of billing events while maintaining high standards for accuracy and system stability.
What you'll do#
- Design and build applications for the monetization capital business.
- Address platform stability challenges related to high concurrency, system scalability, and disaster recovery.
- Optimize systems to evolve with business needs and support ongoing development.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS or MS program for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Java and hands-on software development experience.
- Understanding of computer architectures, algorithms, and data structures.
- Familiarity with tools like MySQL, Redis, Flink, ElasticSearch, Kafka, and RPC.
- Strong coding and documentation skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Commitment: 12-week full-time work period.
- Compensation: $45 - $60 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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