Talent Acquisition Intern (E-commerce) - 2027 Start

ByteDance
ByteDance

People & HR

Arlington, VA, USA

Posted on Aug 8, 2026

Responsibilities

Team Introduction The Global E-Commerce (GEC) Team at ByteDance is at the heart of redefining the future of online shopping. As the engine behind TikTok Shop , we are pioneering a new era of content-driven e-commerce , seamlessly blending entertainment and retail to transform how users discover and purchase products worldwide. As a member of the Talent Acquisition team, you'll play a key role in building and scaling the diverse talent that powers our data-driven, cross-border innovations. Join us in shaping the future of commerce. 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.​4Applications 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.​ We support credit-bearing internship registration, subject to the intern's school requirements and company approval. Responsibilities Interact with potential candidates on social media and professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn, and Github). - Maintains social media and professional networks to interact with potential candidates. - Coordinate with hiring managers and recruiters to determine position requirements. - Identify qualified candidate profiles using various sourcing techniques (e.g. Boolean search). -Develop talent pipelines for future hiring needs. - Support market research and talent mapping initiatives. - Measure conversion rates, including numbers of passive candidates who turn into applicants, get invited to interviews, get offers and get hired.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree program in any field of study. - Ability to contribute in a fast-paced work environment with the ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with employees, stakeholders, candidates, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. - Professional proficiency in Japanese and Korean required, as the role involves end-to-end recruiting across Japan and Korea. Preferred Qualifications - Hands-on experience with sourcing techniques (e.g. recruiting on social platforms and crafting Boolean search strings). - Familiarity with sourcing tools, HR systems (including an ATS) and candidate management systems. - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://jobs.bytedance.com/en/legal/privacy If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@bytedance.com

Job Information

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are 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 enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, 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. 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

ByteDance 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 ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. 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.