Process
The OA was given, which included 5 MC and 2 coding problems. Both coding problems were TikTok-related and not found on LeetCode. The first was a medium-difficulty problem, essentially a 3Sum variation but with a different equation used to find the maximum value. The second question was a graph problem.
Questions
Basically, 3Sum, then a graph problem with weights.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the TikTok Computer Engineering Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Computer Engineering Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for TikTok's Computer Engineering Intern interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 5.0Easy Platform, Busy HrSoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeeRemoteDecember 14, 2022Pros: A nice communication platform, and easy to use.Cons: Too many employees, and HR is too busy.
- 3.0Good pay, hard workSoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeeVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaMay 2, 2025Pros: The pay is pretty competitive, and all of the coworkers are very young.Cons: You're going to be working a lot. Calls are in Chinese.
- 3.0No work-life balanceSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSydney, New South Wales, AustraliaAugust 18, 2025Pros: Lots of young and friendly colleagues.Cons: toxic environment, fast iteration, high requirement
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