Location:
Singapore

Team:
Technology

Employment Type:
Intern

Job Code:
A93503

Responsibilities

Team Introduction
Our team is responsible for building ByteDance's cloud-native infrastructure, which powers all of the company's products. We specialize in cutting-edge technologies in areas such as Kubernetes cluster management, runtime resource optimization, multi-cloud and multi-cluster solutions, and cloud-native infrastructure stability. The team has released open-source projects such as Kubebrain and Katalyst, and we are focused on groundbreaking research and development of core technologies around resource pooling and elasticity.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at ByteDance aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at ByteDance.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance and its affiliates' jobs globally.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to either of the following Internships

• From January to June (onboard by 12 Jan 2026)
• From May to August (onboard by 11 May 2026)

Key Responsibilities

• Build and Optimize Large-Scale Kubernetes Clusters;
• Design and evolve system architectures for ultra-large-scale Kubernetes clusters,
• Continuously improve the performance and stability of control systems in scenarios like big data and machine learning.
• Define and Enhance Kubernetes SLOs;
• Establish and optimize Service Level Objectives (SLOs) for Kubernetes clusters,
• Analyze end-to-end latency, identify performance bottlenecks, propose solutions, and implement them in production environments.
• Develop Observability for Kubernetes Clusters;
• Build and enhance observability systems to improve issue diagnosis efficiency,
• Create observability data warehouses and use data-driven approaches to optimize cluster performance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate who is currently pursuing a degree/master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing or contributing to cloud-native open-source projects.
• Hands-on project experience with containerized applications through internships, coursework, or personal projects.
• Familiarity with observability tools and frameworks like Prometheus, Grafana, or distributed tracing systems.
• Knowledge of big data or machine learning workflows in a Kubernetes environment.

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If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@bytedance.com

Job Information

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.