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Machine Learning Engineer Intern (E-commerce-Recommendation) - 2025 Summer/Fall (BS/MS)

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TikTok

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • San Jose

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a BS/MS in CS or a related field, have experience in recommendation systems or machine learning, and be familiar with TensorFlow or PyTorch. Work authorization needed.
  • You will research and develop e-commerce recommendation algorithms, model user interests, analyze data, and apply machine learning to enhance search, video understanding, and safety systems.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, related technical field or equivalent industrial research experience;
  • Experience in one of the following fields: recommendation systems, online advertising, information retrieval, natural language processing, computer vision, machine learning, large-scale data mining, or related fields preferred;
  • Familiar with at least one of the mainstream deep learning frameworks, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch;
  • Passionate about solving complex and challenging problems;
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a team to conduct cutting-edge research in machine learning algorithms, such as retrieval and recommendation algorithms;
  • Participate in building large-scale (10 million to 100 million) e-commerce recommendation algorithms and systems, including commodity recommendations, live stream recommendations, short video recommendations etc in TikTok;
  • Build long and short term user interest models, analyze and extract relevant information from large amounts of various data and design algorithms to explore users' latent interests efficiently;
  • Apply machine learning algorithms to improve the different business scenarios, such as search ranking, natural language and video understanding, and trust and safety.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship runs for 12 weeks, beginning in either May/June 2025 or August/September 2025, depending on the selected start date.

When should I state my availability for the internship?

You should clearly state your availability, including the start and end dates, in your resume.

How does the application process work?

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions.

Will there be any technical assessments for candidates?

Yes, candidates who pass the resume evaluation will be invited to participate in TikTok's technical online assessment through HackerRank.

What qualifications are required for the position?

Candidates must be pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, have experience in relevant areas, and be familiar with at least one deep learning framework such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Is there support for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Yes, TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or other reasons protected by applicable laws.

What is the hourly rate for this internship position?

The hourly rate for this internship position is $60 per hour.

Are there any health benefits provided during the internship?

Yes, TikTok covers 100% premium medical insurance after 90 days from the date of hire, although this coverage includes only medical and not dental or vision.

What kind of experience can interns expect to gain during their time at TikTok?

Interns can expect to gain hands-on experience in developing machine learning algorithms, building recommendation systems, and applying ML algorithms to improve various business scenarios.

How can I apply for the internship?

You can apply for the internship through TikTok's careers page, ensuring you adhere to the maximum application limit of two positions.

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TikTok

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

TikTok is a social media platform where users create and share short videos on various topics, including entertainment, education, and lifestyle. Their ultimate goal is to inspire creativity and bring joy to people's lives through engaging and entertaining content. TikTok's purpose is to provide a platform for self-expression and connection, fostering a global community where individuals can express themselves authentically and connect with others who share similar interests and passions.