Accelerated Development Program MBA

Accelerated Development Program - 2026 Start (MBA)

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at Tik Tok.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by July 2026. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to Tik Tok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early.

About The Role

The Tik Tok Shop Accelerated Development Program (ADP) is a high-impact development journey tailored for MBA Graduates. This program is designed to accelerate your growth and prepare you for future leadership roles within Tik Tok Shop.

From Day 1, you'll join us as a full-time employee and rotate through three business areas, gaining hands-on experience, cross-functional exposure, and deep insights into the core of the Tik Tok Shop Business.

Throughout the program, you will gain hands-on experience, build networks with important stakeholders, and grow in both technical and strategic abilities. Upon completion, you will be well-positioned to drive strategic initiatives or step into a key operations role, contributing to the growth of our ever-evolving e-commerce ecosystem.

Rotation Opportunities

• Business Intelligence and Platform Strategy:
  Shape business decisions through data. In this rotation, you will work with real-time data to uncover trends, diagnose, and identify untapped opportunities.
• Category Strategy:
  Identify and own category-specific growth levers like pricing, assortment, branding, or seller development.
• Special Projects:
  High-impact, cross-functional initiatives that tackle platform-level challenges, ranging from ecosystem development to creator-seller collaboration.
• Category Operations:
  Be with the front lines of Tik Tok Shop, immerse yourself in guiding the sellers and creators through onboarding, training, and early success.

Rotation tracks and timelines are between 18 to 24 months and may be adjusted based on evolving business priorities. Your preferences and skill sets will also be considered to ensure a valuable, relevant, and impactful development experience.

Perks and Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and contribute to high-impact projects
• Robust training program designed to support each rotation
• Mentors and managers across each rotation
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Pathway for career growth and leadership development

Selection Process

• Online Assessment - Test your logical thinking and data interpretation skills.
• HR Team Screening - Chat with our Talent Acquisition and HRBP team.
• Case Assessments - Tackle real-world business scenarios to demonstrate your analytical thinking and business acumen in the eCommerce landscape.
• Business Leaders Interview - a chat with the Country Leader to discuss your motivations and demonstrate your problem-solving approach

Application Timeline

• Online Application:
  By 30 November 2025
• Online Assessment:
  September to December 2025
• Interviews & Case Assessments:
  September to December 2025
• Offer:
  
  October to December 2025
• Onboarding & Start:
  June 2026

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Final year students and recent graduates from MBA, other Master’s programs, or a Bachelor’s degree in a technology-related field, with prior professional experience
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a strong capacity for rapid learning
• Clear and effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related business/technology disciplines
• Prior internship experience in e-commerce or management consulting

Tik Tok 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 Tik Tok, 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.