Category Manager Project Intern (TikTok Shop - Fashion) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

nique customer experience via TikTok. The team is responsible for building the TikTok Ecommerce partnership for the TikTok e-commerce business in the US. With more than 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. 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.

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.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.

Responsibilities:

• Support Account Managers in merchant cold start, including product listing, store setup, campaign registration.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving merchant operational issues (logistics, pricing, content compliance).
• Track and coordinate merchant preparation for platform campaigns, especially BFCM (e.g., inventory readiness, discount planning, livestream scheduling).
• Conduct market and competitor research to provide insights for merchant growth strategies.
• Help manage creator and agency collaborations (sample shipment tracking, content output monitoring).
• Provide weekly reports on merchant performance and campaign readiness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Bachelor or Master's degree, preferably in Business, Marketing, E-commerce, or related fields.
• Strong interest in e-commerce, fashion, and creator economy.
• Proven skills in problem-solving and communication; comfortable working with cross-functional teams.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or full-time experience in an e-commerce marketplace business, or retail category management
• Familiarity with TikTok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships

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