Technology Intern Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Technology intern roles at U.S. companies can qualify for F-1 OPT, CPT, or STEM OPT work authorization, letting you gain hands-on experience without requiring your employer to file a visa petition. Many tech internships also lead to full-time H-1B visa sponsorship, making them a strategic first step into the U.S. work visa pipeline.
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Physical Security Systems & Technology (PSST) Americas Region is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of physical security systems across TikTok's regional sites in the Americas. The team ensures the safety and security of employees, visitors, and company assets through integrated security solutions, vendor management, and project delivery. As a Project Intern, you will contribute to impactful short-term projects and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, professional environment. This internship offers the opportunity to develop practical skills, apply your knowledge to real-world challenges, and explore your career interests. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.
Responsibilities:
- Vendor scheduling and coordination: Schedule vendor service visits and project dispatches across regional sites; confirm technician arrival times, parts availability, site access, and badging in advance; track schedule changes and follow up to ensure visits are completed as planned.
- Project documentation and turnover support: Organize and maintain project documentation and turnover packages (drawings, warranties, design packages, commissioning records, lessons learned); track decisions and action items from project meetings and keep project trackers current.
- Service program data tracking: Monitor device operating data and break-fix ticket queues across regional sites; track the door-issues backlog and repair progress to closure; verify vendor visit outcomes, parts used, and ticket closure quality; flag aging tickets and SLA risks.
- Vendor performance and reporting support: Compile weekly service metrics, monthly SLA achievement data, and maintenance evaluation scorecards by vendor; prepare data packets and charts for QBRs and leadership weekly reports.
- Procurement and invoice reconciliation support: Track PR/PO status and long-pending procurement items; reconcile vendor invoices against POs, framework rates, and completed scope; flag billing discrepancies for follow-up.
- Meeting coordination and research: Coordinate internal and external meetings, take meeting notes, and drive action items to closure; support market research on security devices and vendors; help organize tender/RFP documents.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s)
- Currently pursuing an Undergraduate degree in Security Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related discipline.
- Able to commit to working at least 3 days per week for a minimum of 3 months.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and data organization tools.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, and comfort coordinating with internal partner teams and external vendors.
- Able to work onsite in line with the team in-office policy.
Preferred Qualification(s)
- Interest in physical security technology, systems operations, or project management.
- Basic familiarity with networking, low-voltage systems, or data visualization.
- Experience using AI tools to support documentation and data analysis.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25 - $25. 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
Physical Security Systems & Technology (PSST) Americas Region is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of physical security systems across TikTok's regional sites in the Americas. The team ensures the safety and security of employees, visitors, and company assets through integrated security solutions, vendor management, and project delivery. As a Project Intern, you will contribute to impactful short-term projects and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, professional environment. This internship offers the opportunity to develop practical skills, apply your knowledge to real-world challenges, and explore your career interests. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.
Responsibilities:
- Vendor scheduling and coordination: Schedule vendor service visits and project dispatches across regional sites; confirm technician arrival times, parts availability, site access, and badging in advance; track schedule changes and follow up to ensure visits are completed as planned.
- Project documentation and turnover support: Organize and maintain project documentation and turnover packages (drawings, warranties, design packages, commissioning records, lessons learned); track decisions and action items from project meetings and keep project trackers current.
- Service program data tracking: Monitor device operating data and break-fix ticket queues across regional sites; track the door-issues backlog and repair progress to closure; verify vendor visit outcomes, parts used, and ticket closure quality; flag aging tickets and SLA risks.
- Vendor performance and reporting support: Compile weekly service metrics, monthly SLA achievement data, and maintenance evaluation scorecards by vendor; prepare data packets and charts for QBRs and leadership weekly reports.
- Procurement and invoice reconciliation support: Track PR/PO status and long-pending procurement items; reconcile vendor invoices against POs, framework rates, and completed scope; flag billing discrepancies for follow-up.
- Meeting coordination and research: Coordinate internal and external meetings, take meeting notes, and drive action items to closure; support market research on security devices and vendors; help organize tender/RFP documents.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s)
- Currently pursuing an Undergraduate degree in Security Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related discipline.
- Able to commit to working at least 3 days per week for a minimum of 3 months.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and data organization tools.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, and comfort coordinating with internal partner teams and external vendors.
- Able to work onsite in line with the team in-office policy.
Preferred Qualification(s)
- Interest in physical security technology, systems operations, or project management.
- Basic familiarity with networking, low-voltage systems, or data visualization.
- Experience using AI tools to support documentation and data analysis.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25 - $25. 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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Align your degree to the internship title
USCIS and your Designated School Official both require that your OPT or CPT work directly relates to your field of study. A computer science internship is straightforward, but an IT operations role under a business degree needs a documented connection before your DSO approves it.
Get CPT authorized before your start date
CPT authorization must appear on your I-20 before your first day of work. Many interns miss this because the offer letter arrives late. Submit your offer letter to your DSO at least two weeks early so processing doesn't push back your start date.
Target companies enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT
If you're extending into a 24-month STEM OPT period, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign Form I-983 with you. Confirm E-Verify enrollment during your offer negotiation, not after you've accepted, since not all internship programs have completed enrollment.
Search employer LCA history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to browse technology employers by their verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. This shows which companies actively sponsor work visas by role, so you can prioritize internship applications at employers already familiar with the process.
Ask recruiters about conversion-to-H-1B pipelines
Some tech companies run structured intern-to-full-time programs specifically designed around H-1B sponsorship timelines. Ask during the offer stage whether the team has sponsored interns before and how long return-offer decisions typically come relative to the H-1B annual cap and selection process.
Check prevailing wage for your internship location
If your internship converts to an H-1B role, the employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying the salary meets the prevailing wage for that location and job title. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify wage levels before you accept, so an underpaying offer doesn't create complications later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a technology internship be sponsored under the H-1B visa?
H-1B sponsorship is possible for technology internships only if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, meaning it genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Most structured tech internships do qualify, but roles framed as general support or IT help desk may not. The employer files the H-1B petition with USCIS, and the position must meet the specialty occupation standard at the time of filing, not just at hire.
What visa options are available to international students doing a technology internship?
F-1 students can work through CPT during their program if the internship is part of their curriculum, or through OPT after graduation. STEM-degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months if the employer is enrolled in E-Verify and the role relates to a STEM-designated CIP code. J-1 visa intern status is also available through a designated sponsor organization for shorter placements. Find tech internships with verified sponsorship history on Migrate Mate.
Does a technology internship count toward STEM OPT eligibility?
STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's designated CIP code, not the job title. If your computer science, information technology, or engineering degree appears on USCIS's STEM-designated degree list, and your internship role directly relates to that degree, it can qualify. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign Form I-983 outlining your training plan and learning objectives.
What degree is typically required for a sponsored technology intern role?
Most sponsored technology internship roles require enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, electrical engineering, or a closely related STEM field. Some data analytics and cybersecurity intern roles also accept quantitative degrees like mathematics or statistics. O*NET profiles for specific technology occupations list the typical education level and field requirements, which employers reference when drafting job descriptions for LCA filings.
How does a technology internship connect to long-term H-1B sponsorship?
Many technology companies use internships as a primary pipeline for full-time hires they intend to sponsor for H-1B status. A return offer after a successful internship positions you for H-1B filing before you graduate, taking advantage of the advanced-degree exemption if you hold a U.S. master's degree. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, so timing your graduation and return offer around that cycle matters significantly for planning.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Technology Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.