About the role#
This internship is part of the TikTok Local Services team. You will focus on connecting users with local businesses through our platform. The program provides hands-on experience and opportunities to work alongside industry professionals on real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Identify new merchant opportunities and help build long-term strategic partnerships.
- Maintain relationships with partners by learning about their specific business needs.
- Coordinate with operations, content, and product teams to deliver projects.
- Track business performance metrics to help optimize campaigns and drive merchant success.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Ability to analyze data and turn it into actionable insights.
- Strong communication skills and experience managing stakeholders.
- A proactive attitude and a sense of ownership over your work.
- Experience with sales, operations, or business analysis is preferred.
- Familiarity with social media ecosystems or digital marketing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: 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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