About the role#
As a Special Project Strategist Intern for TikTok Shop, you will work with the operations team to scale commerce initiatives. You will support business leaders by breaking down complex projects, setting priorities, and contributing to the overall business strategy. This role offers hands-on experience in the e-commerce space, focusing on content and creator-led shopping.
What you'll do#
- Support business leaders in disassembling project tasks and setting priorities.
- Develop and execute strategies, including budget setting and performance reviews.
- Analyze data to evaluate merchandise and seller growth, identify trends, and recommend optimizations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and carry out business strategies.
- Participate in the design and implementation of business operation management systems.
- Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring regulatory and policy compliance.
- Coordinate projects across departments and maintain communication with internal and external partners.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an Undergraduate or Master degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Ability to commit to a 12-week internship during Summer 2027.
- Strong logical, analytical, systematic, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to learn quickly, execute tasks effectively, and manage stress.
- Strong communication, coordination, and project management skills.
- Familiarity with TikTok and other content platforms.
- Interest in e-commerce, with bonus points for previous internship experience or a background in content-based e-commerce.
- Existing networks or connections with brands and retailers are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
- Status: Full-time 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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