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Category Manager Intern (TikTok Shop - Operations) - 2026 Summer (MBA)
Seattle, WA
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On-site
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Full-time
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1mo ago
Benefits & Perks
•Competitive salary and bonus
•Health benefits
•Development budget
•Collaborative environment
•Healthcare
Required Skills
Python
SAP
Tableau
About Us
Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video and our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.
Size: 5001-10000 employees
Industry: Entertainment & Gaming, Social Media, Technology
Responsibilities
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 Tik Tok the commerce channel of choice for merchants, creators, and affiliates.
You've seen the virality and impact of #Tik Tok Made MeBuy It. 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 Tik Tok 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 Tik Tok Shop US operation team aims to deliver high quality products together with a unique customer experience via Tik Tok. The team is responsible for building the Tik Tok Ecommerce partnership for the Tik Tok e-commerce business in the US. With more than 1 billion loyal users globally, we believe Tik Tok 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 us to build an e-commerce ecosystem that is innovative, secure and intuitive for our users together.
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We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at Tik Tok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at Tik Tok.
Internships at Tik Tok 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. The application limit is applicable to Tik Tok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).Summer Start Dates:
- May 11th, 2026- May 18th, 2026- May 26th, 2026- June 8th, 2026- June 22nd, 2026Responsibilities:
- 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 Tik Tok Shop product developments and new promotional opportunities Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a MBA 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 Tik Tok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships is a plus
By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy
Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA
Job ID: Tik Tok-7558676459792304392
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2025-10-09T20:25:29
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Company Equity
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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About TikTok

TikTok
Late StageA short-form video entertainment app and social network platform
10,001+
Employees
Los Angeles
Headquarters
$220B
Valuation
Reviews
3.1
3 reviews
Work Life Balance
1.5
Compensation
2.0
Culture
1.2
Career
1.8
Management
1.0
5%
Recommend to a Friend
Pros
Limited positive feedback available
Company size allows for potential opportunities
Technology platform experience
Cons
Mass layoffs and poor handling of terminations
Unprofessional management and HR behavior
Exposure to traumatic content without adequate support
Salary Ranges
52 data points
Junior/L3
Mid/L4
Senior/L5
Director
Junior/L3 · Agency Operations Manager
1 reports
$140,300
total / year
Base
$122,000
Stock
-
Bonus
-
$140,300
$140,300
Interview Experience
4 interviews
Difficulty
3.5
/ 5
Duration
21-35 weeks
Experience
Positive 0%
Neutral 25%
Negative 75%
Interview Process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Screen
3
Online Assessment
4
Technical Phone Screen
5
Onsite/Virtual Interviews
6
Team Matching
7
Offer
Common Questions
Coding/Algorithm
System Design
Behavioral/STAR
Technical Knowledge
Data Structures
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