About the role#
The Category Manager Intern will join the TikTok Shop Operations team to help scale e-commerce growth. You will work with merchants to bring discovery and shopping experiences to our users. This role focuses on building partnerships and solving business challenges within the TikTok ecosystem.
What you'll do#
- Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth.
- Develop collaborative models that align with merchant development plans and manage platform resources.
- Solve business growth challenges by working with cross-functional teams.
- Offer strategic solutions to clients regarding content, creator partnerships, merchandising, and logistics.
- Keep clients informed about TikTok Shop product updates and promotional opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Undergraduate or Master degree program.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Summer 2027.
- Strong analytical skills, structured thinking, and good data sense.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt to change.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to moving projects forward.
- Experience in e-commerce, retail category management, or familiarity with the TikTok content ecosystem is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
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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