About the role#
As a Designer Project Intern, you will work on creative concepts and design projects for TikTok. You will join a team that includes product, creative, visual, and content designers. This role offers exposure to real-world projects in areas like effects, UX, and platform design.
What you'll do#
- Take ownership of creative concepts and design work.
- Analyze user feedback and metrics to improve the user experience and drive engagement.
- Research global aesthetic preferences to help the team incorporate diverse styles and perspectives.
- Develop creative ideas beyond standard animations, such as short video production, physical collectibles, and special effects filters.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Spring-Fall 2026.
- Experience in motion, virtual, creative, or brand design.
- A portfolio submitted with your application.
- Strong interaction design skills and experience creating prototypes in Figma.
- Interest or experience in AI.
- Ability to iterate quickly and produce multiple concepts.
- Experience with A/B testing and data-driven design.
- Familiarity with Principal, Adobe Creative Suite, and platforms like OSX, iOS, and Android.
- Resilience and a results-oriented mindset.
- Enthusiasm for TikTok and its community.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30 per hour.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
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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