Business Operations Intern (TikTok LIVE) - 2027 Start
Responsibilities
About TikTok LIVE The LIVE Operations team is obsessed with everything to do with TikTok LIVE. Our focus is to continually champion and optimise TikTok LIVE through working with creators to ensure a creative, fun and safe space for all of our users. About the Partnerships and Business Strategy Team The Partnerships and Business Strategy team helps shape and execute strategic initiatives that support the growth of TikTok LIVE. The team works cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive business priorities, deliver high-impact programs, and ensure flagship initiatives are executed smoothly and at a high standard. Position Overview We are looking for a Business Operations Intern to join the Partnerships and Business Strategy team and support the execution of one of TikTok LIVE’s flagship events. This internship is ideal for someone who is highly organised, execution-focused, and comfortable managing many moving parts at once. In this role, the intern will act as a key coordination point across both external and internal stakeholders. Externally, this includes working closely with agencies and other partners. Internally, this includes liaising with teams such as Design, Procurement, and the Central Campaign team to help ensure timelines, deliverables, and communications stay on track. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, have excellent attention to detail, and be confident following through on operational tasks from planning to delivery. What success looks like in this role: strong day-to-day execution, attention to detail, clear stakeholder coordination, careful follow-up on details, and reliable support in delivering a high-visibility event on time. Key Responsibilities - Support the planning and execution of a flagship TikTok LIVE event. - Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and day-to-day follow-up across multiple work streams. - Serve as a liaison between external stakeholders, including agencies, and internal cross-functional teams. - Partner closely with teams such as Design, Procurement, and Central Campaign to ensure materials, approvals, and operational requirements are delivered on time. - Track action items, dependencies, and deadlines with strong attention to detail. - Help prepare status updates, working documents, meeting notes, and stakeholder communications. - Identify execution risks early and escalate issues in a timely and structured way. - Provide hands-on operational support before, during, and after key event milestones. 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.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Currently pursuing an Undergraduate degree in Business Management or a related discipline. - Strong execution skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through reliably. - Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy. - Strong organisational and project coordination skills. - Ability to work effectively with both external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - English is mandatory. - Comfortable working in a fast-paced and under dealines. - Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented mindset. Preferred Profile - Previous professional or academic/project experience in business operations, partnerships, strategy, marketing operations, event operations, or a related field. - Experience supporting stakeholder coordination or event execution is a plus. - Strong working knowledge of productivity tools such as slides, spreadsheets, and collaborative documentation tools. - Availability to start full time in January 2027
Job Information
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok'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.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok'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.
Diversity & Inclusion
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.
