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

TikTok; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Housing allowance

10 paid holidays

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a project intern in New York to support the US e-commerce campaigns, collaborating with brands and internal teams to drive innovative shopping experiences. You will gain hands-on exposure to campaign planning, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced environment.

As an intern, you’ll contribute to growth initiatives, learn project management, and develop a practical understanding of how e-commerce marketing drives brand outcomes.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong data sensitivity and proficiency in Excel formulas; design software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join the US campaign team to execute campaigns for major brands.
• Act as project owner, coordinating cross-functional resources.
• Analyze merchant performance data and inform growth plans.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Data analysis

Design software

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Design software

Job description

Location:

New York

Employment Type:

Intern

Job Code:

A14338

Responsibilities

Team IntroductionThe 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 varies 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.

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Job Information

The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25- $25.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. 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 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates

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

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

TikTok 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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