Talent Acquisition Intern (TikTok Shop) - 2027 Summer

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States of America Department: HR

TikTok Shop is TikTok's e-commerce platform, integrated within the app to help users discover and buy products through shoppable content, livestreams, and creator-led recommendations. With teams across the US, the UK, France, Indonesia, Mexico, China, and other markets, TikTok Shop is building new ways for merchants, creators, and users to connect through content-driven commerce. In this role, you will work in a global business environment, partner with cross-regional teams, and help shape new shopping experiences for users and sellers around the world.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with hiring managers and business stakeholders to understand hiring needs, provide market insights, and advise on talent solutions aligned with business priorities.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job briefing and candidate sourcing to interview coordination, and offer negotiation.
• Optimize recruitment channels and internal resources to improve hiring efficiency, build quality candidate pipelines, and drive hiring outcomes.
• Track and review recruitment outcomes on a regular basis, identify gaps or challenges in the hiring process, and proactively suggest improvements.
• Contribute to recruiting projects and initiatives, including talent mapping, market research, and recruitment process optimization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with external or internal stakeholders while ensuring compliance throughout the recruitment process.
• Strong ownership, strong execution, and a results-oriented mindset, with the ability to take initiative and deliver outcomes.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of recruitment fundamentals, including common recruitment channels and sourcing approaches.
• Prior internship experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or a related field will be a plus.