About the role#
The Category Manager Intern role focuses on the TikTok Shop operations team in the United States. This internship provides hands-on experience in scaling commerce ecosystems, supporting merchant growth, and developing fundamental skills within the e-commerce industry. The program runs for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026.
What you'll do#
- Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth.
- Develop innovative collaborative models that align with merchant development plans and manage platform resource allocation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve key business growth challenges.
- Provide consultative solutions to clients, including strategic content, creator and agency partnerships, merchandising, and logistics.
- Keep clients informed on TikTok Shop product updates and promotional opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an MBA degree.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Summer 2026.
- Proactive, resilient, and quick to learn.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt to change.
- Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills.
- Analytical skills and structured thinking.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
Relevant fieldsBusiness Administration
