About the role#
This internship focuses on the Commerce Ads team. You will support the development of products designed to improve merchant growth on TikTok Shop. The team builds tools that help merchants identify performance issues, discover growth opportunities, and take actionable steps to improve their business. You will work on products related to diagnostics, recommendations, and creative insights.
What you'll do#
- Partner with the lead Product Manager to build and refine TikTok Shop ads products.
- Work with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, and operations to define goals and launch new features.
- Develop, test, and iterate on products to ensure they meet merchant needs.
- Define and analyze metrics to guide product strategy and prioritize development efforts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related technical field.
- Strong logical thinking and data analysis skills, with an ability to solve complex problems.
- Experience working independently and managing projects with clear communication.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across different teams.
- Availability for a 12-week full-time commitment during Summer 2027.
- Technical experience or relevant project work is preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is based in San Jose, California.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- This is a 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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