About the role#
As a Category Manager Intern for TikTok Shop, you will work within the Operations team to support the growth of the Beauty, Food, and Beverage categories. This role focuses on building the e-commerce ecosystem by connecting merchants with the platform and helping them succeed in the creator-led shopping space.
What you'll do#
- Acquire and incubate merchants to drive category growth.
- Develop collaborative models that align with merchant development plans and manage platform resource investments.
- Address growth challenges by working with cross-functional teams.
- Provide strategic solutions to clients regarding content, creator partnerships, merchandising, and logistics.
- Keep clients informed about new TikTok Shop product developments and promotional opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an MBA degree.
- Availability to work for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
- Strong analytical skills, structured thinking, and a good sense for data.
- Ability to work in ambiguous environments and adapt to change.
- Proactive, resilient, and skilled at moving projects forward.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Prior experience in e-commerce, marketplace businesses, or retail category management is preferred.
- Familiarity with the TikTok content ecosystem and brand-creator partnerships is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- 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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