About the role#
As a Product Manager intern for our video moderation system, you will help refine a platform that processes millions of videos every day. You will work with R&D, algorithm teams, and global operations to improve moderation models and refine human moderation strategies. This role focuses on trust and safety, requiring you to contribute to short-term projects while gaining hands-on experience in a professional environment.
What you'll do#
- Drive complex projects independently and define the safety product roadmap.
- Set success metrics to measure the effectiveness of safety efforts.
- Build scalable features and auto-moderation strategies to protect users.
- Use data analysis, machine learning, and natural language processing to identify risky content and develop mitigation strategies.
- Partner with policy teams and issue experts to establish efficient workflows.
- Manage large-scale product improvements and coordinate cross-functional efforts.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree.
- Fluency in written and spoken Chinese to manage stakeholders.
- Strong project management and communication skills with the ability to unite cross-functional teams.
- Experience or interest in designing evidence-based product solutions.
- Data analysis skills applied to product design and research.
- Ability to identify and improve business processes to meet quality standards.
- Experience in Trust and Safety, including knowledge of safety by design principles, is a plus.
- Experience working with international partners across different time zones and cultures is preferred.
- Prior experience managing products related to human or machine-based moderation is highly desirable.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in San Jose, California.
- You must be able to commit to 5 days on-site per week.
- The internship requires a minimum commitment of 3 months.
- This is a paid, full-time project 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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