General Hire UX Design Intern TikTokDesign

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 44,640; Full time

Job summary

A leading social media platform is offering an internship in user experience design, starting August/September 2025, located in San Jose. Interns will engage with cross-functional teams to enhance product designs and create a positive user experience. Candidates must submit a recent portfolio and are expected to work 40 hours a week for 12 weeks. This internship is designed for students graduating between December 2025 and September 2026. A passion for the platform and effective collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Submission of a recent portfolio is required.
• Applicants must be able to work 40 hours a week for 12 weeks.
• Strong communication to articulate concepts and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Design for the TikTok platform targeting global users.
• Collaborate with teams including product managers and engineers.
• Participate in product development from ideation to launch.

Skills

Interaction design

Prototyping using Figma

Communication skills

Collaboration with stakeholders

Iterative design

Education

Must graduate between Dec. 2025 and Sept. 2026

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

Team Introduction: 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. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2025. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. This Internship Program runs for 12 weeks beginning in August/September 2025. Successful candidates must be able to commit to one of the following summer internship start dates below: 8/11/2025 8/25/2025 9/8/2025 9/22/2025 We will prioritize candidates who are able to commit to these start dates. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date). Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

• Design for TikTok, the creative short video platform that targets global users.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, researchers, UX writers, and engineers.
• Participate in every aspect of the product development process, from generating ideas to refining pixel-perfect designs before launch.
• Rapidly prototype conceptual product ideas, design user flows based on data analysis and user research, gather feedback from various stakeholders, iterate on designs, and deliver products with the best user experience.
• Integrate user feedback and business requirements into ongoing product experience updates.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Most recent portfolio must be submitted with application to be considered
• Must have a graduation date between Dec. 2025-September 2026
• Must be able to work in our San Jose office, 40 hours a week for 12 weeks during fall
• Strong in interaction design, and regularly execute prototypes using tools like Figma.
• Great communication skills to be able to articulate your concepts, vision and decision-making.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across the org.
• Ability to rapidly iterate and produce multiple concepts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to rapidly iterate and produce multiple concepts;
• Experience with A/B testing and data driven practice;
• Results oriented and resilient. Ability to fit within a startup culture which celebrates efficiency and driving impact;
• Knowledge of working with Figma, Principal, Adobe Creative Suite, and OSX, iOS & Android;
• A passion and enthusiasm for TikTok and its community!

General Hire: If you see the “general hire” in the title of this position, it means that the position is for multiple departments. After applying for this role, your profile will be considered for multiple openings across the department; team-matching will be conducted by hiring managers based on your interview results.