Social Commerce Intern
Position : Social Commerce Intern
Location : Remote (Global)
Employment Type : Full-Time
Type of contract : Independent contractor
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Scope of the role :
The Social Commerce Internship Program offers students and early-career professionals hands-on experience in e-commerce, customer experience, and digital marketplace operations. Interns will support the daily management of the TikTok Shop sales channel under the guidance of the Social CX Manager.
This program provides practical skills in online customer engagement, review management, dispute handling, and cross-functional collaborationwhile contributing directly to the growth of one of the fastest-scaling e-commerce channels.
What Interns Will Learn :
- E-Commerce Fundamentals : How marketplace platforms such as TikTok Shop operate
- Digital Customer Experience : Best practices for engaging buyers in a social commerce environment
- Marketplace Operations : Managing orders, reviews, disputes, and escalations within platform rules
- Brand Voice & Communication : Writing responses that balance professionalism with TikTok's casual tone
- Data & Insights : Logging, categorizing, and reporting customer feedback to support business decisions
Intern Responsibilities :
Support day-to-day operations within the TikTok Shop Seller CenterRespond to buyer messages within SLA using approved macros and SOPsMonitor and respond to product reviewspositive, neutral, and negativewith the appropriate toneLog escalations, disputes, and recurring issues for review by the Social CX ManagerMaintain internal trackers for performance metrics and case updatesParticipate in weekly check-ins to review performance, share learnings, and refine processesStructure & Support :
Duration : 6 months (part-time, flexible hours)Training : Full onboarding with SOPs, macros, escalation playbooksSupervision : Daily coaching and oversight from the Social CX ManagerCollaboration : Exposure to CX and Social Media teams through cross-functional projectsEducational Workshops : Sessions with company leaders for a holistic understanding of e-commerce operationsIdeal Candidate Profile :
Current student or recent graduate in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related fieldsStrong written communication skillsInterest in e-commerce, digital marketing, or customer experienceComfortable working in a fast-paced, online-first environmentPrior experience in remote work or remote education is a plusFully remote positionWhy Join :
Interns will complete the program with :
Direct experience in social commerce and marketplace managementResume-ready achievements tied to GMV and CX impactA foundational understanding of CX, marketing, and e-commerce operationsConsideration for future part-time or full-time roles (not guaranteed)Compensation :
This is a paid part-time internship requiring 1020 hours per week. Upon completion, interns may be considered for open part-time or full-time roles depending on business needs.