Process
After applying, I received the HackerRank assessment and was given a timeframe of one week to prepare.
The assessment was clear, and I mostly used Python.
Questions ranged from easy to difficult (and theoretical).
Overall, it was an interesting experience!
Questions
I don't think I can disclose the HackerRank questions, sorry!
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 47 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Engineer Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
15%
Pass Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive32%
Neutral49%
Negative19%
Candidates reported having good feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer Intern interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
3.0
Good Perks, Bad Management
Software Engineer Intern • Current Employee
San Jose, California, United States
September 12, 2024
Pros: Good food
Good weather
Nice drinks
Good pay
Cons: Bad management.
Work overtime without being paid.
5.0
Great for learning
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
Singapore, Singapore
January 31, 2024
Pros: Teammates and manager were proactive mentors, looking to help support me.
Treated like a full-timer in terms of work scope, and expected to take ownership of your work.
No pressure to work late, with somewhat flexible hours for one-off events/emergencies.
Cons: Not good for cruising or chilling.
5.0
Software Engineer Intern
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
San Jose, California, United States
June 20, 2024
Pros: An intern can get a real production environment project.
Cons: High work pressure and poor work-life balance.
- 3.0Good Perks, Bad ManagementSoftware Engineer Intern • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesSeptember 12, 2024Pros: Good food Good weather Nice drinks Good payCons: Bad management. Work overtime without being paid.
- 5.0Great for learningSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeJanuary 31, 2024Pros: Teammates and manager were proactive mentors, looking to help support me. Treated like a full-timer in terms of work scope, and expected to take ownership of your work. No pressure to work late, with somewhat flexible hours for one-off events/emergencies.Cons: Not good for cruising or chilling.
- 5.0Software Engineer InternSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesJune 20, 2024Pros: An intern can get a real production environment project.Cons: High work pressure and poor work-life balance.
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