About the role#
As a Category Management Project Intern, you will work within the US Operations team to support the growth of our e-commerce ecosystem. You will contribute to projects that help scale content and creator commerce, gaining hands-on experience in business operations and strategy. This role involves working across departments to improve synergy and efficiency as we build shopping experiences for our users and partners.
What you'll do#
- Support business leaders by breaking down project tasks, setting priorities, and adding value to the team.
- Develop and execute strategies, including setting goals and budgets.
- Analyze data to evaluate merchandise and seller growth, identify trends, and suggest optimizations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and carry out business strategies.
- Design and implement business operation management systems and processes.
- Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
- Coordinate projects across departments and maintain clear communication with internal and external partners.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
- Basic data skills, such as Excel and data tracking.
- Experience in campaign execution or agency work is a plus.
- Interest in operation optimization and AI-facilitated efficiency.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
- Selection process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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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