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Backend Software Developer roles in the United States are accessible to international candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Intern or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. employer serves as the host site.
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TikTok’s Media Platform team builds the systems that power every video you watch or upload. We handle transcoding, content delivery, and media storage, partnering closely with ML, product, and infra teams to drive intelligent, cost-effective video workflows. We’re looking for interns who thrive in technically deep and cross-functional environments. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance / TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Summer Start Dates:
May 11th, 2026
May 18th, 2026
May 26th, 2026
June 8th, 2026
* June 22nd, 2026
Responsibilities
As an intern, you’ll join our backend engineering team to help design and build core services used across TikTok’s global video infrastructure. You’ll:
Work on real-world projects that impact billions of users.
Develop high-performance backend components and tools that improve the reliability and efficiency of video processing systems.
Contribute to internal tooling, service improvements, and cross-team integration efforts.
Learn and apply best practices in large-scale distributed system development.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
Programming experience with Golang, C, C++, or similar languages.
Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design fundamentals.
* Willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous internship or project experience with backend systems or distributed computing.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, media processing, or network performance optimization.
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $45 - $45. Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
* Exercising sound judgment.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok 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. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok 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 https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
Responsibilities
TikTok’s Media Platform team builds the systems that power every video you watch or upload. We handle transcoding, content delivery, and media storage, partnering closely with ML, product, and infra teams to drive intelligent, cost-effective video workflows. We’re looking for interns who thrive in technically deep and cross-functional environments. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance / TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Summer Start Dates:
May 11th, 2026
May 18th, 2026
May 26th, 2026
June 8th, 2026
* June 22nd, 2026
Responsibilities
As an intern, you’ll join our backend engineering team to help design and build core services used across TikTok’s global video infrastructure. You’ll:
Work on real-world projects that impact billions of users.
Develop high-performance backend components and tools that improve the reliability and efficiency of video processing systems.
Contribute to internal tooling, service improvements, and cross-team integration efforts.
Learn and apply best practices in large-scale distributed system development.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
Programming experience with Golang, C, C++, or similar languages.
Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design fundamentals.
* Willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous internship or project experience with backend systems or distributed computing.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, media processing, or network performance optimization.
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $45 - $45. Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
* Exercising sound judgment.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok 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. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok 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 https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Backend Software Developer
Verify your training plan matches real work
Your DS-2019 requires a structured training plan that maps backend development tasks to specific learning objectives. Vague plans citing only 'software development' get flagged. Tie each phase to concrete skills like API design, database optimization, or CI/CD pipeline management.
Target companies that operate as J-1 host sites
Search for U.S. employers with a documented history of hosting J-1 Interns or Trainees in engineering roles. Migrate Mate filters roles by visa type so you can identify backend positions at companies already set up to work with a designated sponsor.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
The Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program. If you've graduated within 12 months, you qualify for Trainee status instead, which extends up to 18 months. Applying under the wrong category stalls the DS-2019 issuance entirely.
Confirm the host employer's compliance readiness
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the company has hosted J-1 participants before and whether they'll sign a training plan with a designated sponsor like CIEE or Cultural Vistas. Employers unfamiliar with host obligations often back out after the offer stage.
Check your role against DOL prevailing wage data
Backend Software Developer compensation on a J-1 must meet the prevailing wage for your work location and skill level. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can confirm the proposed salary clears the threshold for your specific metro area.
Plan around the two-year home residency requirement
Some J-1 Trainees and Research Scholars are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement, which blocks an H-1B or green card application until it's fulfilled or waived. Identify whether your country or funding source triggers this condition before signing any offer.
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Which J-1 program category applies to Backend Software Developer roles?
Current students pursuing a computer science or related degree typically enter under the J-1 Intern category, which allows up to 12 months of practical training in backend development. Recent graduates within 12 months of completing their degree qualify instead for the J-1 Trainee category, which allows up to 18 months. The category determines your DS-2019 eligibility, training plan structure, and the designated sponsor organization that administers your program.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a backend development role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, not the hiring company. Your employer acts as the host site and signs a training agreement, but the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors compliance, and holds responsibility under federal regulations. Conflating the two is one of the most common mistakes candidates make during the offer stage.
How do I find U.S. companies open to hosting J-1 backend developers?
Most standard job boards don't filter by J-1 host eligibility, so you can't easily identify which employers have the administrative setup to work with a designated sponsor. Migrate Mate lets you search backend developer roles specifically tagged for J-1 visa compatibility, narrowing your list to companies already positioned to host international exchange visitors in technical roles.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect backend developers on J-1 visas?
It can, depending on your country of citizenship and whether your training was funded by your home government or a U.S. government program. If the requirement applies to you, USCIS won't approve an H-1B or immigrant visa application until you've returned home for two years or obtained a waiver. Check your DS-2019 and SEVIS record to see whether the requirement is noted before you commit to a long-term U.S. career plan.
Can a backend developer on a J-1 Trainee visa switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during an active J-1 Trainee program requires your designated sponsor to approve and reissue your DS-2019 with an updated training plan reflecting the new host site. The new employer must also meet host eligibility requirements, including signing a new training agreement. You cannot simply transfer between companies the way an H-1B holder ports a petition, and working for an unapproved host is a status violation.
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