Production System Engineer Project Intern

Production System Engineer Project Intern (Server DevOps)
- 2027 StartLocation: New YorkTeam: InfrastructureEmployment Type: InternJob Code: A ResponsibilitiesOur Server Fleet Operations team manages the full lifecycle of servers powering our self-built data centers across the United States and Europe: from new hardware rollout to decommissioning. We work at the center of a large network of teams, including hardware design, data center operations, field maintenance, supply chain, and automation engineering, to keep our global infrastructure running reliably and efficiently at scale. As a Project Intern, you will contribute to impactful short-term projects and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, professional environment. This internship offers the opportunity to develop practical skills, apply your knowledge to real-world challenges, and explore your career interests. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.

What You'll Do
Get hands-on with server deployment, monitoring, and maintenance across CPU and GPU fleetsWrite scripts and small tools (Python, Bash, or similar) to automate repetitive operational tasksLearn to troubleshoot real Linux issues: OS, hardware, storage, networking, and performanceExplore GPU and AI infrastructure, and contribute to the tools that keep it reliableDig into infrastructure data and metrics to spot trends and improvement opportunitiesExperiment with applying AI/LLMs to infrastructure troubleshooting and operationsSupport incident investigations and root-cause analysis alongside senior engineersHelp write and improve documentation, runbooks, and internal knowledge basesCollaborate with engineers across hardware, ops, platform, and supply chain teams on real projectsQualificationsMinimum

Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's student in CS, Computer Engineering, EE, IT, or a related fieldComfortable with basic Linux administration and troubleshootingSome scripting/programming experience (Python, Bash, Go, or similar)Basic understanding of hardware, OS concepts, networking, or distributed systemsSome exposure to server hardware, firmware (BIOS/UEFI), or system architecturePreferred

Qualifications:
Hands-on experience from projects, labs, internships, open-source work, or competitions, academic or personalCuriosity about AI agents, LLMs, or AI-powered automationStrong problem-solving instincts and comfort diving into unfamiliar technical territoryGood communication skills and enjoys working as part of a teamJob InformationFor Pay TransparencyCompensation Description (Hourly)
- Campus InternThe hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25
- $25.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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 ByteDanceInspiring 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 & InclusionByteDance 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 creatin