Program Manager - Early Careers, EMEA

University Relations Management - You will work closely with universities, career centers, and student organizations to attract high-caliber students, build strong talent pipelines, and ensure well-organized university engagements that result in top candidate hires.
Intern Program Execution - You will support the management of the internship program across EMEA, ensuring its effectiveness and smooth operation. Your efforts will contribute to creating a strong and impactful experience for interns and early-career hires across key markets, helping them thrive within TikTok.
Candidate will work across the following key regions/focus areas:
- London & France: Key hiring markets for Sales, Marketing, and Business roles, with a strong focus on internships, apprenticeships, and graduate programs.
- Dubai: A growing hub for Computer Science and PhD hiring, particularly in engineering, AI, and research-focused roles. Focused efforts are needed to attract top STEM talent while aligning with labor laws.
- Other Countries: Programming and recruitment efforts are also in place across other regions, including Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, and Turkey.
- Although the position will be primarily focused on EMEA, the candidate will also play a role in supporting AMS-based initiatives, working collaboratively across both regions to ensure alignment and consistency.

Key Responsibilities:
1. University Engagement & Early Talent Outreach
- Manage EMEA university partnerships by driving outreach to career centers, student groups, and faculty, especially in London and Paris (sales, marketing, MBA, etc.) and Dubai for both business ( technical (computer science, PhD, etc.) hiring.
- Coordinate engagements such as career fairs, information sessions, and networking events to engage students and increase TikTok's employer brand visibility.
- Assist with event logistics and communications, including invitations, event materials, and follow-ups.
- Provide data tracking and reporting to measure outreach effectiveness.
- Support select AMS university engagements on a project basis by sharing insights, helping organize cross-regional events, and leading on site.
- Support early talent identification efforts across EMEA and AMS to ensure a strong pipeline of high-potential students for hiring.
2. Intern Program Coordination
- Support the execution of the EMEA intern program plan, ensuring smooth onboarding, engagement, and offboarding across multiple countries.
- Assist in managing EMEA program logistics, including tracking intern headcount, start dates, and key milestones to ensure a seamless experience.
- Coordinate intern event logistics, including booking venues, managing catering orders, handling reimbursements, and ensuring smooth execution of intern sessions.
- Provide operational support for global intern engagement initiatives, including tracking attendance, collecting feedback, and maintaining program records.
- Assist in managing intern program communications, ensuring interns receive timely updates about events, policies, and engagement opportunities.
3. Act as a secondary point of contact for select AMS internship initiatives, such as intern learning & development programs, engagement sessions, or intern mentorship programs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; 2 years of experience in program coordination, campus recruitment, and university relations in EMEA
- Experience working on projects that involve cross-regional collaboration, particularly between AMS and EMEA.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a global team; interest in early careers university engagements and talent development.
- Familiarity with internship structures and hiring processes in EMEA markets, especially London, France, or Dubai.
- Comfortable working with data, tracking program metrics, and providing insights to improve outreach and engagement.
- Ability to travel occasionally within the UK, Europe, and the Middle East; ability to occasionally meet during a timezone that is globally friendly.

Preferred Qualifications:
- 3-4 years of experience in university relations, campus recruitment, or early talent programs in the EMEA region, demonstrating an understanding of regional market nuances.
- Experience working across both AMS and EMEA regions, with a demonstrated ability to navigate the unique cultural and operational differences in each region; knowledge of labor laws and internship regulations in EMEA markets (e.g., UK, France, Dubai).
- Experience organizing large-scale events like information and networking sessions, ensuring seamless logistics and successful execution.
- Demonstrated ability to manage relationships across functions, including university career centers, student groups, and internal stakeholders like interns.
- Experience with data analytics and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, LinkedIn Recruiter), enabling data-driven decision-making and effective program tracking.
- Content creation and management skills for outreach, event promotions, and internal communications.
- Strong communication skills, with experience presenting to large audiences and engaging international groups effectively.