Data Analyst Project Intern (TikTok Shop - Search) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Role Overview

You will join the global Data Science organization supporting TikTok Shop. This team works across the full data stack to help improve growth through insights and data products. Its scope includes metric design, product and operations analysis, algorithm enhancement, data infrastructure, and data product development, all aimed at enabling better decisions and improving platform performance.

This internship is designed around short-term, high-impact projects that give you practical exposure to real business work. You will build hands-on experience in a fast-moving environment and gain clearer insight into your career interests through on-the-job learning.

Applications are reviewed continuously, so early submission is encouraged. Selected candidates must be available for at least 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day statistical analysis of business data, while coordinating the support needed to monitor unusual patterns and investigate them in depth.
• Support analysts with data insight work, including both qualitative and quantitative analysis, to help identify internal issues or uncover business opportunities quickly.
• Help improve and build the data analysis framework, and contribute to identifying opportunities related to traffic, products, and business strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• You must be currently enrolled in a university program.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or another related discipline is preferred.
• You should be comfortable using SQL and Excel, and know at least one programming language such as Python.
• You should also be familiar with common statistical and analytical methods used in data work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive attitude are important.
• You should be able to think logically, interpret business situations well, and learn quickly.
• Comfort with numbers and a genuine interest in data analysis are highly valued.

Additional Information

If you have any questions, you can contact the team at apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com.

About the Company

TikTok is a leading platform for short-form mobile video, with a mission to inspire creativity and bring joy. Its global headquarters are located in Los Angeles and Singapore, and it also operates offices across major cities including New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Work Here

The company emphasizes curiosity, humility, and impact. It encourages teams to solve problems, keep learning, and innovate together in a rapidly growing technology environment. The culture focuses on resilience, continuous improvement, and an “Always Day 1” mindset.

Diversity and Inclusion

The organization aims to build an inclusive workplace where people are respected for their skills, experience, and individual perspectives. It values a workforce that reflects the global communities it serves and is committed to celebrating diverse voices.