Creator Business Development & Incubation Intern
TikTok
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · MBA / PGDM
- Must know
- Social mediaOperationsRecruitingOnboardingMarketingStakeholder management
- Work
- On-site in Seattle · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The TikTok Shop US Operations team is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and a unique customer experience via TikTok. This role is responsible for building the TikTok e-commerce partnership for the TikTok e-commerce business in the US. We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Creator Business Development & Incubation Intern to identify, onboard, and nurture relationships with creators and influencers. You will play a pivotal part in driving growth by expanding our creator community and fostering strategic partnerships. You will work with cross-functional partners to develop innovative strategies to support creators in achieving their goals while aligning their efforts with the platform's objectives.
Our internship program offers students hands-on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges. Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops.
Key Responsibilities
- Creator Recruitment & Onboarding:
- Identify and engage emerging and established creators/influencers to join our platform.
- Develop and execute personalized and scaled outreach campaigns to attract top talent.
- Lead the onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless experience for new creators.
- Relationship Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of creators/influencers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships, providing support and resources to maximize their success.
- Regularly communicate platform updates, monetization opportunities, and best practices.
- Equip creators with the fundamental knowledge to be successful on TikTok Shop.
- Strategic Growth Initiatives:
- Design and implement programs to drive creator growth and retention.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve tools and features that enhance the creator experience.
- Identify trends in the creator economy and propose initiatives to stay ahead of industry developments.
- Partnership Development:
- Facilitate collaborations between creators and brands, fostering mutually beneficial opportunities.
- Work with the category, global key accounts, and marketing teams to design campaigns that amplify our onboarding initiatives.
- Performance Analytics:
- Track and analyze key performance metrics for creators and campaigns to drive future performance.
- Provide actionable insights to optimize growth strategies and monetization efforts.
- Deliver regular reports to internal stakeholders on creator ecosystem performance.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer of 2027.
- Currently pursuing an MBA Degree.
- Strong understanding of TikTok's platform, content creators, and audience.
- Proven track record of identifying and building relationships.
- Understanding of the creator economy, social media platforms, and digital content trends.
- Comfort in analytics tools and CRM platforms.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with influencer monetization models, such as ad revenue sharing, brand partnerships, and subscription-based services.
- Comfortable analyzing data and drawing actionable conclusions.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Experience with content creation, video production, and editing may be beneficial.