Business Planning Strategy Intern ( Shop; Summer

Responsibilities

About the Team

The Business Planning & Operations team take a strategic approach to driving impact cross-functionally across Tik Tok. They work with multiple business units and senior stakeholders including, but not limited to, Category, Partnerships, Strategy, Governance & Experience and Data Science. This team drives forward business growth and operational efficiency by providing significant business diagnosis and practical solutions through the use of analytical insights.

To drive sustainable growth within the European market by balancing Operating Efficiency, Merchant Experience, and Governance Health. You will optimize platform mechanisms and lead strategic initiatives to ensure long-term merchant retention, high-quality GMV expansion, and the development of a scalable, compliant merchant ecosystem.

We are looking for a motivated Business Planning & Operations Intern based in London to support strategic research, business analytics, data processing and cross-functional project execution for Tik Tok global e-commerce business.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. Our internship program offers students hands‑on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real‑world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.

Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals.

Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across Our Company and its affiliates globally. Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please clearly state your availability in your resume, including your start and end dates.

• Deeply participate in strategic research, business analysis and data processing for Tik Tok international e-commerce business.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional business teams to advance key strategic projects and ensure effective strategy implementation and execution.
• Conduct industry landscape research, sort out market insights and support core business strategic decision-making.
• Organize and analyze business data, output structured analytical insights to drive business optimization.

Minimum Qualification(s):

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solver
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong business acumen and a collaborative, proactive mindset.

• Experience working in or with e-commerce or tech platforms.
• Familiarity with seller operations, cohort analysis, or lifecycle management.
• Passion for using data to drive impact and continuous optimization.

Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At Tik Tok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Tik Tok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Inspiring creativity is at the core of Tik Tok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users.

When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Tik Tok 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 Tik Tok, 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.