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Machine Learning Engineer Intern (Shop Ads) - 2024 Summer (PhD)

TikTok, San Jose, California, United States, 95123


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TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul and Tokyo.

Why Join UsCreation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day. At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve. Join us.

Team IntroductionThe eCommerce industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years and has become a hotly contested space amongst leading Internet companies. TikTok Shop re-imagines global eCommerce with rich content and endless joy.

The mission of Closed-loop Monetization team is to empower commerce merchants of all sizes to grow their business efficiently within TikTok's closed-loop ecosystems.

We are looking for talented Machine Learning Engineers to join us for an internship in 2024. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. This Internship Program runs for 12 weeks beginning in May/June 2024. Successful candidates must be able to commit to one of the following summer internship cycles below:May 20, 2024 to August 9, 2024May 27, 2024 to August 16, 2024June 10, 2024 to August 30, 2024We 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. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Online AssessmentCandidates who pass resume evaluation will be invited to participate in TikTok's technical online assessment in HackerRank.

Responsibilities:Apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to optimize advertisers' marketing strategies.Connect with businesses directly to understand and develop solutions for their Jobs-to-be-done.Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and other disciplines to explore the next generation of shopping experiences on TikTok.Capitalize on the organic shopping behaviors on TikTok today and facilitate retentive behaviors to provide more people value and business value.

QualificationsCurrently pursuing a PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2024.Experience with coding in Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Preferred QualificationsGraduating December 2024 onwards with intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship.Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.

Inclusivity CommitmentTikTok 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. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

AccommodationsTikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at earlycareers.accommodations@tiktok.com.

Job Information:[For Pay Transparency]The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $60. We cover 100% premium coverage for Full-Time intern medical insurance after 90 days from the date of hire. Medical coverage only, no dental or vision coverage.Our time off and leave plans are: Paid holidays and paid sick leave. The sick leave entitlement is based on the time you join.We also provide mental and emotional health benefits through our Employee Assistance Program and provide reimbursements for your mobile phone expense. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

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