Product Designer Project Intern (TikTok-Design-UX) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

TikTok Design Team is to provide first-class user experience for hundreds of millions of users around the world, thereby helping them create and express better, discover the diversity and beauty of the world, break down more barriers, and build bridges between people. We are an international design team with Product Designer, Creative Designer, Visual Designer, Content Designer and Localization Expert from all over the world working together to make every impossible possible.

As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short-term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real-world experience. You will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning in a fast-paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Responsibilities

• Design user experiences for TikTok's global short-form video products, contributing to features used by millions of users worldwide.
• Transform early-stage product ideas into user-centered design solutions through research, concept exploration, prototyping, and iteration.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineers, Researchers, and Data Scientists to deliver impactful product experiences.
• Identify user pain points and proactively propose design improvements that enhance product usability, engagement, and satisfaction.
• Track and evaluate design outcomes using qualitative and quantitative insights to continuously optimize the user experience.
• Contribute to the evolution of TikTok's design standards and help shape innovative product experiences for global users.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification(s):

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Visual Communication, Interaction Design, or a related field.
• Available to intern for at least 5 months.
• Strong foundation in UX/UI and interaction design, with proficiency in design tools such as Figma.
• Portfolio submission is required and must demonstrate end-to-end design thinking, interaction design, and visual design capabilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about creating high-quality user experiences.

Preferred Qualification(s)

• Curious, self-motivated, and eager to explore emerging technologies, including AI-powered design workflows, AI tools, or AI-assisted coding ("vibe coding").
• Experience rapidly iterating on design concepts and exploring multiple solutions to user problems.
• Familiarity with user research, A/B testing, data-driven design methodologies, and product optimization.
• Experience creating interactive prototypes using Figma, Principle, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools.
• Strong visual design sense, attention to detail, and understanding of mobile design systems across iOS and Android platforms.
• Active user of content creation or social media platforms, with a passion for creating, sharing, and discovering content.
• Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while driving meaningful impact.
• Enthusiasm for TikTok, short-form video products, creator ecosystems, and online communities.

Job Information

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern

The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $30- $30.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

• Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
• Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
• Exercising sound judgment.

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.

TikTok Accommodation

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