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

Responsibilities Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth. Discover innovative collaborative models that align with merchants' short-term and long-term development plans, and invest platform resources effectively and efficiently. Solve key challenges in business growth by strong collaboration with cross-functional teams. Employ a consultative approach by offering strategic content, creator/affiliate/agency partner, merchandising, and logistical solutions to all clients. Update clients on TikTok Shop product developments and new promotional opportunities. About the Team The commerce industry has seen tremendous growth and TikTok aims to bring discovery, inspiration, and joy back to shopping by making TikTok the commerce channel of choice for merchants, creators, and affiliates. We are an entrepreneurial team, passionate about shaping the future of shopping. The TikTok Shop US operation team aims to deliver high quality products together with a unique customer experience via TikTok and to build a secure, intuitive e-commerce ecosystem for users in the US. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master Degree Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026 Quick learner, proactive and resilient. Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adjust fast to change. Structured thinking, good data sense, very strong analytical skills Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration, skilled at moving things forward. Passion for business and aim for higher goals. Preferred Qualifications: Internship experience in an e-commerce marketplace business, or retail category management is a plus Familiarity with TikTok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships is a plus Job Information For Pay Transparency: Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $23.75 - $23.75. 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. Legal and Equity 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. About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in multiple cities worldwide. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. We strive to create value for our communities, inspire creativity, and bring joy as a rapidly growing tech company. We value curiosity, humility, and teamwork, and we aim to support an Always Day 1 mindset. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at #J-18808-Ljbffr TikTok