Internship

Applied Scientist Intern

Computational Modeling & Optimization-System Technologies and Engineering

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ByteDance

ByteDance

10,001+ employees

Operates global content platforms and apps

No salary listed

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Category
Applied Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Tensorflow
Pytorch
Machine Learning
Requirements
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related area.
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
  • Familiar with ML/DL techniques, algorithms and frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Proficiency in Python.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate closely with team members from diverse fields to deeply understand the data and the context of challenges in next-generation hardware and software design.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate state-of-the-art solutions to large-scale optimization problems.
  • Utilize innovative and critical thinking, actively implement your ideas in daily tasks.
  • Stay updated on recent advancements and actively discuss and share insights with team members.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong background in one of the following fields: Graph Theory, Non-Convex Optimization, Operations Research, Computational Mathematics, Reinforcement Learning.
  • Interest or experience in hardware design.
  • Experience in AI model development, training, evaluation and deployment on Cloud, Cluster or on-premises.
  • Experience with development applications with C++ and CUDA programming.
  • A strong sense of responsibility, coupled with exceptional communication and teamwork skills.

ByteDance operates various content platforms, including Toutiao for news aggregation and TikTok for short video sharing, catering to a global audience. The company uses advanced algorithms to personalize user experiences, which keeps users engaged with tailored content. ByteDance differentiates itself from competitors like Facebook and Google by focusing on user-generated content and effective advertising solutions. Its goal is to connect users with engaging content while providing businesses with targeted advertising opportunities.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$5.6B

Headquarters

Beijing, China

Founded

2012

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What believers are saying

  • ByteDance's entry into music streaming could open new revenue streams.
  • The DreamActor-M1 project positions ByteDance as a leader in AI character animation.
  • The DAPO system enhances AI capabilities, improving content recommendation algorithms.

What critics are saying

  • ByteDance faces legal challenges over music licensing in its Spotify rival.
  • The $58 billion lawsuit could cause significant financial and reputational damage.
  • European privacy fines may lead to stricter regulations and increased scrutiny.

What makes ByteDance unique

  • ByteDance's AI-driven algorithms personalize user experiences, enhancing engagement and retention.
  • The company's global reach allows it to tap into diverse markets and cultures.
  • ByteDance's diverse product portfolio reduces reliance on a single revenue stream.

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Apr 10th, 2025
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Apr 6th, 2025
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Apple has reportedly decided to keep TikTok in its App Store for at least 75 more days. This decision came after the tech giant got a letter from Attorney General Pam Bondi telling the company it should adhere to President Donald Trump’s executive order that will extend the pause on a U.S. TikTok ban, Bloomberg News reported Sunday (April 6), citing sources familiar with the matter. The letter apparently arrived Saturday (April 5), the same day the White House had set as a deadline for TikTok owner ByteDance to sell the video sharing app. PYMNTS has contacted Apple for comment but has not yet gotten a reply

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Apr 5th, 2025
TikTok gets into big trouble in Europe for sending data to China

TikTok owner ByteDance will be fined more than 500 million euros over privacy violations for illegally shipping the data of European users to China, adding to a growing global backlash against the video-sharing app.

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Apr 4th, 2025
ByteDance hit with USD 58 billion lawsuit over acquisition conspiracy

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Apr 3rd, 2025
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