Category Manager Intern (TikTok Shop - Operations) - 2026 Summer (BS/ MS)

About the Team The commerce industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years and has become a hotly contested space amongst leading Internet companies, and its future growth cannot be underestimated. We aim to bring discovery, inspiration, and joy back to shopping by making TikTok the commerce channel of choice for merchants, creators, and affiliates. You've seen the virality and impact of #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt. Come join the team that is helping scale that phenomenon, and pioneer Content & Creator commerce in the US. We aim to bring discovery, inspiration, and joy back to shopping by making TikTok the leading, on-trend commerce platform of choice for brands, creators, and shoppers. 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. The team is responsible for building the TikTok Ecommerce partnership for the TikTok e-commerce business in the US. With over 1 billion loyal users globally, we believe TikTok is an ideal platform to deliver a brand new and better e-commerce experience to our users. Internship Overview We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands‑on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands‑on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real‑world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. Summer Start Dates May 11th, 2026 May 18th, 2026 May 26th, 2026 June 8th, 2026 June 22nd, 2026 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. Qualifications Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master Degree. Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer Fall 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 Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship. Internship or full‑time 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. For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates 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. Exercising sound judgment. Job Information 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr TikTok