About the role#
The US Operations team manages seller onboarding, business growth, and user experience for TikTok Shop. As a Category Management Project Intern, you will work within the commerce operations team to support brand partnerships and creator ecosystems. This role involves direct collaboration with account managers and cross-functional teams to drive affiliate sales and identify new business opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Communicate with account managers to understand brand merchandising needs.
- Match creators and partners with brands to drive affiliate sales.
- Support creator growth by securing competitive brand offerings.
- Act as a link between creators, partners, and the operations team to spot business opportunities.
- Develop systematic workflows to improve team efficiency.
- Provide data analytics support for daily operations with a focus on affiliate performance.
- Offer data-driven insights, product recommendations, and growth strategies to merchants and account managers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational hurdles.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree.
- Strong analytical skills and data sensitivity.
- Clear communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
- Fluency in English, including strong reading and writing skills.
- Availability for at least 6 months, working 4 to 5 days per week.
- Experience with business development is preferred.
- Proficiency in data dashboard design is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time intern.
- Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
About TikTok
TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.
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