Talent Acquisition Project Intern (GMPT) - 2026 Start
At a glance
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Work type
- Onsite
- Category
- Human Resources
Talent Acquisition Project Intern at TikTok in San Jose, CA. Intern supports hiring managers and recruiters, helps develop sourcing strategies, engage passive candidates, refine hiring processes, and assist with talent acquisition projects.
What they are looking for
Location: San Jose, California, United States of America Department: HR
About the Team
Global Monetization Product and Technology teams are building the next-generation monetization platforms to help millions of customers grow their businesses, utilizing our products like TikTok. Our team develops a wide variety of advertisements for numerous uses including feeds, live streaming, branding, measurement, targeting, search, vertical solutions, creative solutions, and business integrity.
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
- Support hiring managers and recruiters across both English and Mandarin-speaking regions to understand technical requirements, learn how to define candidate profiles, and help calibrate talent needs.
- Assist in developing and executing sourcing strategies to build a pipeline of top-tier technical talent for critical roles under the guidance of experienced team members.
- Learn to identify and engage passive candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other technical communities.
- Participate in refining our sourcing processes and tools to help boost efficiency, candidate quality, and the overall effectiveness of our hiring funnel.
- Support various talent acquisition projects, such as organizing virtual hiring events, gathering data for market intelligence reports, and assisting with diversity-focused sourcing initiatives.
Minimum Qualification(s)
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with an interest in learning how to craft compelling outreach.
- Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- High motivation to learn about technical and non-technical recruitment in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualification(s)
- Prior internship or project experience in HR or recruiting.
- Familiarity with or a strong interest in learning sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, social media platforms, or technical forums.
- An interest in the tech industry, specifically regarding roles in Product Management, Design, Strategy, or Data Science.
- A data-driven mindset, with a willingness to learn how to use metrics to inform sourcing strategies.