Tiktok - San Jose, CA
posted 3 days ago
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, with a mission to inspire creativity and bring joy. The company is looking for talented individuals to join their recommendation algorithm team as Machine Learning Engineer Interns for the 2024 Off Cycle program. This team plays a central role in driving critical product decisions and platform growth, consisting of machine learning researchers and engineers who innovate on production recommendation models. The internship program is designed to provide students with industry exposure and hands-on experience, allowing them to turn their ambitions into reality while contributing to a world-class large-scale recommendation system. Interns will participate in optimizing core algorithms and strategies, including recall, coarse ranking, fine ranking, mixed ranking, and diversity, utilizing advanced modeling technologies such as deep learning, representation learning, multi-task learning, causal inference, and sequence modeling. The role requires close collaboration with product and operations teams to excel in technological innovation, integrating business characteristics to achieve both long-term and short-term business development goals. The internship lasts between 10 to 24 weeks, and candidates are encouraged to apply early as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. TikTok values creativity and teamwork, and the company is committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees are valued for their skills and unique perspectives. The internship offers a competitive hourly rate, medical insurance coverage after 90 days, paid holidays, sick leave, and mental health benefits through an Employee Assistance Program. TikTok is dedicated to celebrating diverse voices and creating a workplace that reflects the communities they serve.