Category Management Project Intern (TikTok Shop - US Operation) - 2026 Start（BS/MS）

TikTok; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellbeing benefits

Housing allowance

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Job summary

TikTok Shop is seeking a motivated project intern to join our US operations, contributing to campaigns for iconic brands and supporting annual strategy modules. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and develop practical skills through on-the-job learning.

Responsibilities include analyzing performance data, coordinating cross-functional resources, and tracking key metrics to inform decisions, with opportunities to impact growth initiatives in a globally recognised

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong data sensitivity and proficiency in Excel formulas; experience with design software is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate both internal and external stakeholders. Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop growth strategies for key brands and platform-priority merchants by analyzing performance data and market dynamics.
• Act as project owner for merchant strategy initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration and timely delivery.
• Lead data analysis efforts related to merchant performance and support quarterly/annual growth plans.

Skills

Excel formulas

Communication skills

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Design software

Job description

Responsibilities

The e-commerce industry has grown tremendously recently, becoming a hotly contested space among leading Internet companies. Its future growth cannot be underestimated.

With millions of loyal users globally, we believe TikTok is an ideal platform to deliver a brand new and better e-commerce experience to our users. We are looking for passionate and talented people to join our campaign team. Together, we can build an e-commerce ecosystem that is innovative, secure, and intuitive for our users.

Step into a dynamic role with the US operation team, where you'll play a vital part in executing various campaigns for some of the most iconic brands. Be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to cutting‑edge campaigns and driving forward the yearly strategic modules that define success. In this role, you’ll help power the future of e-commerce, supporting high‑impact initiatives that connect brands with consumers in meaningful ways. Join us as we shape the future of e-commerce here at TikTok Shop!

As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short‑term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real‑world experience. You will gain practical skills through on‑the‑job learning in a fast‑paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

• Developed growth strategies for key brands and platform-priority merchants by analyzing performance data and market dynamics to identify core business drivers. Broke down phased growth targets, monitored key merchant and product metrics, and contributed to the development of a comprehensive performance tracking system.
• Acted as the project owner for merchant strategy initiatives, driving cross‑functional collaboration. Identified issues clearly through structured documentation and meetings, coordinated internal and external resources, and ensured timely project delivery and goal alignment.
• Led data analysis efforts related to merchant performance, supported the development of quarterly and annual business growth plans, proposed actionable solutions, and conducted ongoing tracking of key metrics to inform decision‑making.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong data sensitivity and proficiency in Excel formulas; experience with design software is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate both internal and external stakeholders. Self‑motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred background in Business/Marketing or related field.
• Prior experience in e‑commerce activities and marketing is preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis software.

Pay Transparency

Hourly rate: $25.00 – $25.00

Benefits

Interns have day‑one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 hours if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for a housing allowance. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

• Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
• Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
• Exercising sound judgment.

Accommodation

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request

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