Software Engineer Intern (Security & Privacy) - 2027 Summer

TikTok USDS Joint Venture is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to gain hands-on experience building tools and platforms that secure enterprise environments. The role focuses on developing security software, automating threat detection and compliance workflows, optimizing distributed systems, and improving platform scalability.

What you'll do:

• Design, build, and deploy software solutions that enhance our security posture across cloud environments, internal networks, and endpoints
• Collaborate with senior engineers to automate threat detection, vulnerability management, and infrastructure compliance workflows
• Design and optimize high-concurrency distributed systems to ensure stability
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to drive large-scale engineering initiatives
• Drive technical innovation by integrating new ideas and emerging technologies into the core platform
• Enhance system efficiency and scalability to support the rapid growth of the Security and Privacy team

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals (coding, algorithms, data structures, software design) and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think critically and to formulate solutions to problems in a clear and concise way
• Effective communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive
• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Experience in security engineering domain
• Strong learning ability, clear communication, and a strong sense of teamwork and responsibility

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience
• Industry exposure
• Opportunities to apply knowledge to real-world challenges
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Practical experience
• Opportunities to explore potential career paths
• Participation in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals