Internship applicants have rated the interview process at TikTok with 3.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 55% positive. To compare, the company-average is 37.3% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Internship roles take an average of 15 days to get hired, when considering 38 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at TikTok overall takes an average of 30 days.
Common stages of the interview process at TikTok as a Internship according to 38 Glassdoor interviews include:
Skills test: 27%
One on one interview: 25%
Phone interview: 16%
Background check: 11%
Group panel interview: 5%
Personality test: 5%
Presentation: 5%
IQ intelligence test: 4%
Other: 2%
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I applied online. The process took 5 months. I interviewed at TikTok (London, England) in Feb 2021
Interview
20 minute interview, very engaging and supportive. They allowed me to take my time in answering and calmed my nerves as I was extremely nervous. Preparation is definitely key to interviewing at TikTok although it is a relatively new company so there isn't a lot of content for interviewees out there.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself and why you are suited to this role based on your experiences
2 interviews: the first one was mainly motivational (walk me through your resume, etc.), and two case study questions (they provide you with hints in the question), while the second one was mainly case study questions
Large companies can learn how different departments work together to complete different projects. It's very structured，but the work is stressful. The company benefits are very good. It’s an opportunity to learn about the structure of a large company.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to better plan and collaborate when facing marketing planning.
I applied online. I interviewed at TikTok (Liverpool, England) in Dec 2025
Interview
Since it was an interview for the internship, they were kinda lowkey lowkey, but I would recommend to be well prepared, know your resume, know the job description, practice until you feel confident.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basic questions about the interviewee such as job experience, relevant skills, intention and expectations