Research Scientist Intern (Data-TnS-Algo-Foundations & Intelligence Service)- 2026 Start (PhD)

Research Scientist Intern role in Data-TnS-Algo-Foundations & Intelligence Service at TikTok, with a focus on developing and researching LLM and VLM capabilities, with emphasis on safety and trustworthiness.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field
• Research experience in at least one of: LLMs, AI Safety, Computer Vision, Multimodality
• Proficient with at least one deep learning framework (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Excellent analytical/problem-solving ability, clear logical thinking, and strong communication/collaboration skills

Benefits

• Internship experience at a leading technology company
• Opportunity to contribute to the organization's future plans and emerging technologies
• Hands-on learning and development events