Network Reliability Engineer Intern (Network) – 2026 start (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

About the Team

ByteDance Networking brings together innovative ideas and technologies from network architecture, software-defined networking (SDN), network virtualisation, switch software and hardware co-design, and high-speed networking, to create hyperscale data-center networking solutions that power several of the most popular apps of the world such as Douyin and TikTok which serve hundreds of millions of users around the globe.

ByteDance Networking is responsible for designing, building, and operating the global, intelligent network infrastructure to meet the requirements of high availability, scalability, and high-performance. By joining this team, you will gain marketable software development and/or network operation experiences in data center networking on a massive scale.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and tools to enhance automation and improve efficiency in IDC network implementation and operations.
• Analyze network data and create software solutions by applying principles and techniques from computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
• Work closely with software development teams to plan, design and iterate network platforms.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Final year or undergraduate with a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline;
• Good network knowledge, such as OSI and TCP/IP model;
• Have basic understanding of how network devices work, such as switches, routers;
• Have a passion for networking and am willing to learn;
• Self-motivated, good communication and writing skills, good team player;

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of network knowledge, like OSI model, TCP/IP, etc.
• Highly interested in analyzing, troubleshooting and automation related systems.
• A strong sense of responsibility, self-driven and can quickly adapt to a fast-paced and evolving environment.

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