Product Manager Intern (TikTok-Search) - 2025 Summer (BS/MS)

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Team Introduction:
TikTok search is a global team which aims to provide access to the world's information and creative content with a simple click. To our search engine, evaluation is important as it helps assess the quality of search results, thereby improving users' search experience. As a search evaluation PM, you will be responsible to provide independent, objective, and accurate evaluation viewpoints by defining what's the best experience for our users and implementing a global evaluation plan. Your insights combined with various evaluation and research data will help the entire product development team continuously understand users' needs and optimize the product. Daily work of the team covers user research, data analysis, project management and other related areas. We'd be delighted to have you join us if you are interested.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2025. 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. This Internship Program runs for 12 weeks beginning in May/June 2025. Successful candidates must be able to commit to one of the following summer internship start dates below:
Monday, May 12
Monday, May 19
Tuesday May 27 (Memorial Day May 26)
Monday, June 9
Monday, June 23

We will prioritize candidates who are able to commit to these start dates. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).

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 TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for improving TikTok search user experience through evaluation and research plans for different product functions, content, and algorithm strategies.
• Provide actionable insights to cross-functional teams on the product's future iteration based on the evaluation results, data analysis, market research and user research.
• Collaborate with the international operations team to facilitate the implementation of the research and evaluation plans, especially ensure the efficiency and accuracy of the deliverables.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Have profound knowledge of search products and search engines, and understand basic research and evaluation methodologies.
• Possess strong logical thinking, deep user empathy and acumen in data analysis.
• Capability of independently developing project plans, overseeing the execution of the local team, and performing risk management to minimize project risks. Ensure resource availability and allocation to deliver every project on time within scope.
• Strong sense of responsibility, excellent communication skills and solid organizational skills, including attention to details and multi-tasking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education background in Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematics, Economics is a plus.
• Bilingual in Mandarin due to close collaboration with international teams.

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 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://shorturl.at/cdpT2