Each interview will typically last between 30 minutes to an hour. Be prepared for behavioural, hypothetical, and case-based questions related to the role you are interviewing for.
Do your research
It is important to understand how your desired position contributes to the organisation and to your personal growth. This will help you to emphasize relevant skills and experiences during the interview process. We recommend you spend some time researching TikTok's business, technology, and culture.
Showcase your qualities
At TikTok, we look for candidates with a strong desire to achieve excellence, a spirit for collaboration, an 'Always Day 1' attitude, an ability to communicate candidly and openly, and a passion for technology. It is a good idea to review all your experiences to highlight stories that demonstrate these qualities. We advise candidates to use the 'STAR' method to answer questions relating to their prior experience. We encourage you to be 'YOU' and display your 'Always Day 1' attitude during the interviews. TikTok highly values authenticity and unique thought. You are advised to showcase any qualities that make you unique.
Demonstrate how you think
You should be prepared to do problem-solving and answer questions about your role and the industry landscape. With most questions, the interviewers are more interested in understanding your thought process and how you articulate your ideas than whether your answer is "correct." Try to think out loud to allow the interviewer to understand your thought process. TikTok expects all candidates to be candid and clear. Feel free to communicate openly with your interviewers and ask clarifying questions to make sure you fully understand their questions.
Build a rapport
The interview is meant to be a conversation rather than a question and answer session. You should not only demonstrate your skills and experience but also show your personality. Although we understand the situation may be stressful, try to build a rapport with your interviewer. The interview is a great chance for you to learn more about TikTok and the person you're speaking with. You can ask your interviewer questions about his or her role and experiences at TikTok, as well as any other information you would like to know. It may help to think about what you want to ask prior to the interview.