Network Security Engineer Intern: Build AI-Ready Defenses

Bytedance; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Social events

Job summary

ByteDance in San Jose is offering an internship in the Network Security team. You will join a group that builds enterprise-grade network security solutions, participate in the design and development of security products for hyperscale environments, and contribute to AI-native security capabilities under mentorship.

Interns gain practical experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply knowledge to real-world challenges while growing professionally through workshops and social events.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Undergraduate/Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Networking or related field.
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, computer networks, and operating systems.
• Proficiency in at least one language: C, Go, or Python as shown in coursework, projects, or internships.
• Exposure to or coursework experience with LLM/Agent-based systems (tool calling, context management, security implications).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and development of network security products for hyperscale environments under senior guidance.
• Assist in building security capabilities for AI-native systems (LLMs, abuse prevention, risk detection).
• Support delivery of customized security solutions meeting compliance requirements.
• Own well-scoped modules, participate in code reviews, and contribute to testing and documentation.

Skills

C

Go

Python

Data structures

Networking

Education

Undergraduate/ Master's/ PhD in CS, Cybersecurity, Networking

Tools

Git

AI/ML tooling

Job description

ByteDance in San Jose is offering an internship in the Network Security team. You will join a group that builds enterprise-grade network security solutions, participate in the design and development of security products for hyperscale environments, and contribute to AI-native security capabilities under mentorship.

Interns gain practical experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply knowledge to real-world challenges while growing professionally through workshops and social events.