About the role#
This internship focuses on Commerce ads, which help merchants and brands grow their business on TikTok. You will work within the product department to support the development of tools that allow sellers to showcase and sell products through in-feed videos and the shopping center. This is a full-time, paid position based in San Jose for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Work with the lead Product Manager to build and launch Commerce ads products.
- Help develop the product roadmap to meet advertiser goals.
- Define and analyze metrics to guide product strategy and prioritization.
- Partner with Engineering, Design, Marketing, and Sales teams to test and launch new features.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Strong logical thinking and data analysis skills.
- Ability to break down and solve complex problems.
- Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a collaborative environment.
- Self-motivated and responsible approach to project work.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: 12-week full-time period during Summer 2027.
- Schedule: 5 days a week preferred.
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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