Data Science Intern (TikTok Integrity and Safety) - 2027 start

TikTok; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok's Live Data Science internship offers hands-on experience in growth, ecosystem and revenue strategy analytics. You will design indicator systems for platform content security, apply A/B testing and causal inference, and partner with product, operations and algorithm teams to turn insights into impact.

Rolling applications with early submission encouraged. Ideal candidates are pursuing Undergraduate or Master’s in Data Science, proficient in SQL and Python/R, and excited about data-driven

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/ Master's in Data Science or related field.
• Familiar with common statistical analysis methods, proficient in SQL, Python/R, and other programming languages, with preference for data processing and analysis experience.
• Excellent logical thinking, strong problem analysis and solving skills, good communication and collaboration abilities.
• Enthusiastic about security risk analysis work and data-driven decisions.
• Available to start in Summer 2027 and able to commit to a minimum 12-week internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and maintaining core indicator systems for platform content security and risks, including content violations and user feedback.
• Learn to apply statistical methods, including A/B testing, causal inference, regression analysis to evaluate security strategies.
• Under guidance, conduct quantitative analysis for business challenges using data mining to identify optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with product, operations, algorithm and other teams to translate insights into action.
• Participate in data cleaning and preprocessing to ensure data quality for risk analysis.
• Assist in generating data visualization reports and dashboards to monitor risk and strategy effectiveness.

Skills

Statistical analysis

SQL

Python/R

Communication

Team collaboration

Security risk analysis

Education

Data Science degree

Job description

About the Team

TikTok Live Data Science team is responsible for Live growth, ecosystem and revenue strategy analytical work. We work closely with Algorithm team and Product team. The goal of the team is to generate actionable insights from data, driving Live to create an environment that brings communities together in real time to create meaningful and interactive connections around the globe. Our main tasks include metrics defining, root cause analysis, experimentation methodology, strategy evaluation and exploratory analysis to find more opportunities.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. Our internship program offers students hands‑on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real‑world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.

Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals.

Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across Our Company and its affiliates globally. Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please clearly state your availability in your resume, including your start and end dates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and maintaining core indicator systems for platform content security and risks, including content violations, user feedback, account risks, etc.; Participate in building monitoring and anomaly attribution systems, learning to quickly identify and analyze security incidents;
• Learn to apply statistical scientific methods, including A/B testing, causal inference, regression analysis, etc., to assist in evaluating the effectiveness of various security strategies; Participate in experimental result analysis to provide data support for business decisions;
• Under guidance, conduct quantitative analysis for specific business challenges, using data mining techniques to identify potential optimization opportunities; Collaborate with product, operations, algorithm and other teams to transform analytical insights into actionable improvement plans;
• Participate in data cleaning and preprocessing work to ensure data quality and provide reliable data foundation for risk analysis;
• Assist in generating data visualization reports and monitoring dashboards to help teams intuitively understand risk situations and strategy effectiveness;
• Learn and apply data analysis methodologies, participate in the accumulation of analytical frameworks and tools, enhancing both personal and team analytical capabilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Undergraduate/ Master's in Data Science or a related Data Science discipline.
• Familiar with common statistical analysis methods, proficient in SQL, Python/R, and other programming languages, with preference for those with data processing and analysis experience.
• Excellent logical thinking, strong problem analysis and solving skills, good communication and collaboration abilities, passionate about challenges.
• Enthusiastic about security risk analysis work and believing in the value of data-driven decisions.
• Available to start in Summer 2027 and able to commit to a minimum 12-week internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good communication skills, team spirit, and proactive attitude.
• Understanding of machine learning, causal inference, A/B testing methods and principles, with preference for those with internship experience in internet companies.
• Ability to quickly learn new knowledge and skills, passionate about solving complex problems.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, with high awareness of data security and privacy protection.

Job Information

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.