Explore open PhD roles
Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe.
Our Research teams drive innovation at ByteDance through both foundational and applied research. From exploring future applications of machine learning to solving real-world challenges, they deliver impactful solutions that inspire creativity and enrich life through technology.
Whether through an internship or a graduate role, our PhD opportunities allow you to apply your expertise to real-world products and cutting-edge research. You’ll help shape emerging technologies and contribute to innovations that drive the future of our business.
Discover your next opportunity with our research teams.
Our PhD program empowers you to apply your research expertise to real-world challenges, driving meaningful impact from day one. You’ll gain access to mentorship, networking, and feedback, all while collaborating across teams to grow your skills and advance your career.
Tackle real-world challenges
Collaborate with industry leaders
Broaden your research knowledge
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"I've been able to see the differences between research and industry environments, and understanding both is key to improving my skills. While a research-oriented approach encourages exploring potential directions, an industry-oriented approach focuses on developing a product and giving shape to your ideas."
Andrea Pinto
Content Delivery Network Intern
"The research coming out of ByteDance is incredible and is very promising for a PhD student like me. Mentors understood the work, its requirements, and helped me plan out the smallest details as well. Their deep knowledge and willingness to share helped me grow significantly."
Sandeep Mishra
Mobile Multimedia Research Engineer Intern
"What I like most about working at ByteDance is the strong sense of teamwork and collaboration. Working in this supportive environment, where team members help each other and mentors patiently guide us, has significantly enhanced my skills and knowledge."
Yang Ma
Algorithm Engineer Intern
"The supportive and collaborative culture of my team has empowered me to grow through opportunities like participating in open-source communities, academic conferences, and cross-functional initiatives, which have broadened my perspective across the entire networking stack."
Sean Kao
Network Software Engineer