Category Manager Intern

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    TikTok

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    10,001+ employeesLos Angeles, CaliforniaEntertainment Providers
    Actively hiringPaidSummer 2027Entertainment Providers
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    About the role#

    This internship is part of the TikTok Shop operations team. You will help scale commerce solutions and support the development of our e-commerce ecosystem. This position is a full-time, paid role based on-site in Seattle for Summer 2027.

    What you'll do#

    • Acquire and incubate merchants to drive category growth.
    • Develop new collaborative models that align with merchant development plans.
    • Allocate platform resources to support business goals.
    • Solve growth challenges by working with cross-functional teams.
    • Provide clients with strategic solutions covering content, creator partnerships, merchandising, and logistics.
    • Keep clients informed about product updates and promotional opportunities.

    What you'll need#

    • Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program.
    • Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Summer 2027.
    • Strong analytical skills, structured thinking, and good data sense.
    • Ability to adapt to change and thrive in ambiguous situations.
    • Proactive, resilient, and quick to learn new concepts.
    • Excellent communication skills and the ability to move projects forward.
    • A focus on business goals.
    • Previous internship experience in e-commerce or retail category management is a plus.
    • Familiarity with the TikTok content ecosystem and brand-creator partnerships is a plus.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Seattle, Washington.
    • Duration: 12 weeks, Summer 2027.
    • Modality: On-site.
    • Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
    • Majors: Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or Operations Management.

    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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