About the role#
This internship focuses on the Personal Care and Lifestyle category within TikTok Shop. You will work within the operations team to help scale e-commerce partnerships and support the growth of merchants on our platform. The role involves hands-on experience in a business environment where you will apply your skills to real-world challenges alongside industry professionals.
What you'll do#
- Acquire and incubate merchants to drive category growth.
- Identify collaborative models that align with merchant development plans and manage platform resources.
- Work with cross-functional teams to solve business growth challenges.
- Provide consultative support to clients regarding content, creator partnerships, merchandising, and logistics.
- Keep clients informed about new TikTok Shop product updates and promotional opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an MBA program.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Summer 2027.
- Strong analytical skills, structured thinking, and a solid sense for data.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a focus on moving projects forward.
- A proactive, resilient mindset and the ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations.
- Experience in e-commerce, marketplace businesses, or retail category management is a plus.
- Familiarity with the TikTok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time intern.
- Compensation: $40 per hour.
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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