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Central Strategy and Research Intern (Global Business Solutions-MSO-SMB) - 2025 Summer (MBA)

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Central Strategy and Research Intern (Global Business Solutions-MSO-SMB) - 2025 Summer (MBA)

New York, NY

Responsibilities

Team Introduction
We're looking for an individual with a strong entrepreneurial, strategic and business operational background to join our high performing Monetization Strategy & Operations team. The Central Strategy, Planning, and Operations team drives strategic growth for SMBs by generating market insights, analyzing competitors, and identifying new opportunities to shape high-impact strategies. This team leads business planning and target-setting across Sales, Product, and Growth while ensuring strong performance tracking through deep dives, reporting, and infrastructure improvements. We develop and optimize global incentives and policies to drive product adoption and advertiser engagement. With a focus on operational excellence, our goal is to enhance sales processes, tests new approaches, and improves efficiency across global operations. If you're passionate about strategy, analytics, and making a real impact, join us!

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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:
- Gather and analyze data on market trends, customer behaviors, and competitor landscape, identify opportunities, risks, and industry benchmarks, synthesize insights into actionable recommendations.
- Analyze internal and external data to identify operational efficiencies, growth opportunities, and performance gaps.
- Support strategic decision-making with data-backed insights.
- Assist in building financial models to evaluate potential business scenarios.
- Create reports and presentations to visualize findings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- Relevant prior experience in a management consulting, operations, strategy or growth role within a fast-paced technology company.
- Advanced analytical skills; ability to gather, synthesize, and structure data in a meaningful way for analysis and modeling, create reports, and influence decision making.
- Strong proficiency in modeling and narrative development (advanced Excel, Powerpoint, and G-Suite skills).
- Demonstrating structured and strategic approaches to solving complex business problems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Currently pursuing an MBA from a leading university.

Preferred qualifications:
- Prior experience in researching/benchmarking.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: TikTok-7486252250214467848
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • HSA
    • Life Insurance
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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