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Project Specialist roles in the U.S. are accessible to qualified international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Specialist or Trainee program category, administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization. Your host employer coordinates with the sponsor to issue your DS-2019 and structure a defined training or exchange objective.
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Get Access To All JobsProduct Manager Project Intern (Ads Interface and Platform) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
Location:
San Jose
Employment Type:
Intern
Job Code:
A15254
Team Introduction:
The Ads interface and Platform team is looking for a new member! You will be responsible for the TikTok advertising product experience, including optimizing the ad creation process, improving ad infrastructure. Through this experience, you will gain firsthand knowledge of the underlying logic and implementation of advertising products, enabling a deep understanding of the advertising business.
Project Intern:
As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short-term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real-world experience. You will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning in a fast-paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the project lead in designing and optimizing advertising products, including new product design, experience optimization, data analysis, etc., with a focus on enhancing advertiser experience on the platform.
- Develop an understanding of advertiser optimization habits and advertising delivery mechanisms; analyze key factors that impact campaign performance; identify opportunities to improve budget efficiency and campaign effectiveness through data analysis and user research.
- Help manage the product lifecycle, collaborating with global cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of all phases—including product design, development, go-to-market (GTM), and requirements gathering—to improve system efficiency and customer experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields.
- Academic background in computer science or related fields, with technical experience or project work preferred.
- Strong logical thinking and data analysis skills, with the ability to break down, analyze, and solve complex problems.
- Strong organizational, planning, communication, and execution skills; self-motivated and responsible, able to drive projects independently with reliability and simplicity.
- Able to intern for 3 months or longer; candidates available to work 5 days a week are preferred.
- Must be able to commit to a 12-week full-time work period during Summer 2026.
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
Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $35 - $55.
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:
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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
Product Manager Project Intern (Ads Interface and Platform) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
Location:
San Jose
Employment Type:
Intern
Job Code:
A15254
Team Introduction:
The Ads interface and Platform team is looking for a new member! You will be responsible for the TikTok advertising product experience, including optimizing the ad creation process, improving ad infrastructure. Through this experience, you will gain firsthand knowledge of the underlying logic and implementation of advertising products, enabling a deep understanding of the advertising business.
Project Intern:
As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short-term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real-world experience. You will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning in a fast-paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the project lead in designing and optimizing advertising products, including new product design, experience optimization, data analysis, etc., with a focus on enhancing advertiser experience on the platform.
- Develop an understanding of advertiser optimization habits and advertising delivery mechanisms; analyze key factors that impact campaign performance; identify opportunities to improve budget efficiency and campaign effectiveness through data analysis and user research.
- Help manage the product lifecycle, collaborating with global cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of all phases—including product design, development, go-to-market (GTM), and requirements gathering—to improve system efficiency and customer experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields.
- Academic background in computer science or related fields, with technical experience or project work preferred.
- Strong logical thinking and data analysis skills, with the ability to break down, analyze, and solve complex problems.
- Strong organizational, planning, communication, and execution skills; self-motivated and responsible, able to drive projects independently with reliability and simplicity.
- Able to intern for 3 months or longer; candidates available to work 5 days a week are preferred.
- Must be able to commit to a 12-week full-time work period during Summer 2026.
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
Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $35 - $55.
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 Project Specialist
Align your CV to specialty occupation criteria
Project Specialist positions must demonstrate a clear connection between your academic background and the host organization's project scope. Document your credentials with the same terminology your designated sponsor will use when drafting your DS-2019 training plan.
Verify your program category before applying
Current students typically enter under the Intern category, while professionals with a degree plus one year of relevant experience qualify as Trainees. The distinction affects your DS-2019 duration and whether a five-year gap rule applies to repeat J-1 visa participation.
Search for J-1-ready roles using Migrate Mate
Many Project Specialist openings don't advertise J-1 compatibility upfront. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 exchange visitor programs, saving you from pitching sponsorship to hosts who aren't equipped to navigate it.
Confirm host eligibility before accepting an offer
Your host employer must agree to supervise your training plan and cooperate with the designated sponsor's compliance requirements. Ask directly whether they've hosted J-1 exchange visitors before and which sponsor organization they work with to issue DS-2019 forms.
Prepare for the two-year home residency requirement
Some Project Specialist J-1 placements, particularly those funded by a foreign government or in a skills-shortage field, trigger the two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Check your DS-2019 remarks field before making any plans for subsequent U.S. status changes.
Request a detailed training plan review period
Your designated sponsor submits a formal training or internship placement plan covering learning objectives and supervision structure. Negotiate enough lead time before your start date to review and sign off on the plan, since USCIS and DOS use it to evaluate program legitimacy.
Project Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Project Specialist roles?
The right category depends on your stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category covers project-based placements directly related to your field of study. If you've graduated and have at least one year of relevant professional experience, the Trainee category applies and supports longer, more structured project engagements of up to 18 months.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or a separate organization?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, issues your DS-2019 and serves as your legal J-1 sponsor. Your host employer, the organization where you work on the project, is not the visa sponsor. The host and the designated sponsor coordinate, but they play distinct legal roles under the exchange visitor program.
How do I find Project Specialist host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 sponsorship requirements for Project Specialist positions. Many hosts don't advertise J-1 compatibility in job postings, so filtering by exchange-visitor-friendly organizations saves significant time and reduces the risk of pursuing employers who aren't prepared to support the DS-2019 process.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Project Specialist J-1 holders?
It can. If your Project Specialist placement is funded by your home government, involves a field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or is subject to specific program conditions, INA Section 212(e) may require you to return home for two years before changing to H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or permanent resident status. Your DS-2019 remarks section will indicate whether this requirement applies to you.
What documents should I prepare before a designated sponsor evaluates my application?
Most designated sponsors require a valid passport, academic transcripts or degree certificates, a resume documenting your relevant project or professional experience, a signed host organization agreement, and a draft training plan outlining your learning objectives. For Trainee applications, evidence of one year of post-graduation professional experience in a relevant field is typically required before the DS-2019 can be issued.