Global Brand and Communications Project Intern (Consumer and Business) - 2026 St
TikTok, New York, NY, United States
As a business partner for the organization, the Global Communications team is a thought partner and advisor to cross‑functional partners. Our areas of focus include external comms, overall communications strategy, launch planning, messaging, narrative development, proactive and reactive media relations and more!
The Consumer and Business Communications team works to showcase how TikTok is a global platform for discovery that empowers our community to shape culture, spark creativity, and bring joy to audiences around the world.
As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short‑term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real‑world experience. You will gain practical skills through on‑the‑job learning in a fast‑paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – we encourage you to apply early.
Responsibilities
Throughout your internship, you'll support and learn about a range of key Comms functions, including:
Planning proactive PR campaigns
Developing company narrative and messaging
Engaging with reporters proactively + reactively
Preparing spokespeople for interviews + events
Providing strategic counsel to the business
Working directly with creators and partners on announcements, projects, media opportunities
Track industry and competitive news to ensure the Global Comms team and XFN partners are aware of the latest media cycles
Support additional projects/initiatives within the team as needed
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (preferred majors: Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Business Administration, or related fields).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time‑management abilities, able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Basic analytical skills, with familiarity in synthesizing media/social trends or industry news (experience with tools like Excel, Tableau, or social listening platforms is a bonus).
Preferred Qualifications
Proactive team player with a collaborative and creative mindset, comfortable working across cross‑functional teams (e.g., Content, Social, Creators) and adapting to dynamic project needs.
Passion for brand communications, media, and digital platforms (knowledge of TikTok’s ecosystem or global media landscapes is highly desirable).
Knowledge/experience across Entertainment, Sports, Lifestyle a plus.
Job Information 【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25- $25.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
Exercising sound judgment.
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.
TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.
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The Consumer and Business Communications team works to showcase how TikTok is a global platform for discovery that empowers our community to shape culture, spark creativity, and bring joy to audiences around the world.
As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short‑term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real‑world experience. You will gain practical skills through on‑the‑job learning in a fast‑paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – we encourage you to apply early.
Responsibilities
Throughout your internship, you'll support and learn about a range of key Comms functions, including:
Planning proactive PR campaigns
Developing company narrative and messaging
Engaging with reporters proactively + reactively
Preparing spokespeople for interviews + events
Providing strategic counsel to the business
Working directly with creators and partners on announcements, projects, media opportunities
Track industry and competitive news to ensure the Global Comms team and XFN partners are aware of the latest media cycles
Support additional projects/initiatives within the team as needed
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (preferred majors: Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Business Administration, or related fields).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time‑management abilities, able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Basic analytical skills, with familiarity in synthesizing media/social trends or industry news (experience with tools like Excel, Tableau, or social listening platforms is a bonus).
Preferred Qualifications
Proactive team player with a collaborative and creative mindset, comfortable working across cross‑functional teams (e.g., Content, Social, Creators) and adapting to dynamic project needs.
Passion for brand communications, media, and digital platforms (knowledge of TikTok’s ecosystem or global media landscapes is highly desirable).
Knowledge/experience across Entertainment, Sports, Lifestyle a plus.
Job Information 【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $25- $25.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year). Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
Exercising sound judgment.
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.
TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.
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