Machine Learning Engineer Intern (TikTok-Engine and Tools-3D graphics) - 2026 Start (PhD)

TikTok is seeking a talented Machine Learning Engineer Intern to join their Graphics Engine Team in San Jose, California. This internship offers students industry exposure and hands-on experience, contributing to product development and research using cutting-edge machine learning technologies to tackle challenging computer graphics problems. The team merges pioneering research with robust engineering to build frameworks and models for dynamic simulations, advanced animation, and rendering solutions, prioritizing real-time performance.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong background in linear algebra, calculus, geometry, and numerical methods.
• Solid experience in one or more of the following: neural rendering (NeRF, 3DGS, or similar), physically based simulation, animation system, AI.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) and applying neural networks to graphics, simulation, or generative models is a strong plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Housing allowance (for interns not working 100% remote)