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Product Development Manager jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply coursework in product strategy, cross-functional leadership, and go-to-market execution in a real workplace setting. Your DSO must confirm the role is an integral part of your degree program before you start, and CPT authorization is employer-specific, so each new position requires a separate approval.
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Product Manager Project Intern (Brand Effectiveness - Monetization Product) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
LOCATION:
San Jose
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Intern
JOB CODE:
A26970
Responsibilities:
Team Introduction:
We are an international short-form video monetization product design team dedicated to empowering brands to effortlessly connect with their audiences and unlock their full potential. Our mission is to simplify and inspire our clients to achieve their goals, explore new possibilities, and create meaningful value through global short-form video. As a member of our team, you will leverage both qualitative and quantitative research to gather user insights, build deep empathy for our customers, and collaborate closely with design, product, and marketing teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet business needs.
Project Intern:
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. Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research on key accounts' brand status, market positioning, and competitors. Identify areas where improvements can be made to achieve brand outcome goals, especially focusing on their unique needs and challenges.
- Summarize best practices from industry leaders in enhancing key account brand performance. Analyze how different strategies have led to successful brand outcomes and how they can be adapted for our accounts.
- Partner with brand strategists, marketing teams, and account managers to develop and iterate on brand-specific strategies for key accounts.
- Drive the implementation of brand improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with the overall brand goals of key accounts. Monitor the progress of these initiatives and make necessary adjustments.
- Contribute to the development of brand innovation strategies by providing insights from market trend research. Suggest ways to incorporate new trends into key accounts' brand strategies to stay competitive.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to key accounts' brand performance, such as brand awareness metrics and customer engagement levels. Use this data to identify areas for improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher; majors in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or MBA preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn quickly and work proactively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills.
- Able to commit to at least 5 days per week for a period of 3-6 months is preferred.
- Previous involvement in consulting or experience with retail or CPG businesses is preferred.
COMPENSATION DESCRIPTION (Hourly):
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $35- $55.
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
INTRODUCTION
Product Manager Project Intern (Brand Effectiveness - Monetization Product) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
LOCATION:
San Jose
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Intern
JOB CODE:
A26970
Responsibilities:
Team Introduction:
We are an international short-form video monetization product design team dedicated to empowering brands to effortlessly connect with their audiences and unlock their full potential. Our mission is to simplify and inspire our clients to achieve their goals, explore new possibilities, and create meaningful value through global short-form video. As a member of our team, you will leverage both qualitative and quantitative research to gather user insights, build deep empathy for our customers, and collaborate closely with design, product, and marketing teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet business needs.
Project Intern:
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. Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research on key accounts' brand status, market positioning, and competitors. Identify areas where improvements can be made to achieve brand outcome goals, especially focusing on their unique needs and challenges.
- Summarize best practices from industry leaders in enhancing key account brand performance. Analyze how different strategies have led to successful brand outcomes and how they can be adapted for our accounts.
- Partner with brand strategists, marketing teams, and account managers to develop and iterate on brand-specific strategies for key accounts.
- Drive the implementation of brand improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with the overall brand goals of key accounts. Monitor the progress of these initiatives and make necessary adjustments.
- Contribute to the development of brand innovation strategies by providing insights from market trend research. Suggest ways to incorporate new trends into key accounts' brand strategies to stay competitive.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to key accounts' brand performance, such as brand awareness metrics and customer engagement levels. Use this data to identify areas for improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher; majors in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or MBA preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn quickly and work proactively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills.
- Able to commit to at least 5 days per week for a period of 3-6 months is preferred.
- Previous involvement in consulting or experience with retail or CPG businesses is preferred.
COMPENSATION DESCRIPTION (Hourly):
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $35- $55.
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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Get Access To All JobsProduct Development Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Development Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
It can, but your DSO makes the final call based on whether the role connects to your specific program's curriculum. A Product Development Manager position at a tech or consumer goods company typically aligns with business, engineering, or management degrees. You'll need to document that connection explicitly. Roles requiring only general management skills with no technical or strategic curriculum tie are harder to authorize.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Product Development Manager without affecting my OPT eligibility?
Yes, but timing matters. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, stay under that twelve-month full-time threshold. Your DSO tracks this automatically when you request each CPT authorization on your I-20.
What job duties should a Product Development Manager offer letter include for CPT approval?
Your offer letter needs to describe specific responsibilities that map to your coursework, such as leading product roadmap planning, coordinating between engineering and business stakeholders, conducting market analysis, or managing product launch cycles. Vague titles like 'assist with product projects' don't satisfy DSO requirements. The more precisely the duties reflect your degree's learning outcomes, the faster your authorization processes.
How do I find Product Development Manager roles where the employer understands CPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented visa filing history so you can prioritize companies already familiar with work authorization processes. Product-focused roles at mid-size technology, consumer goods, and manufacturing companies tend to have more CPT-aware hiring teams than early-stage startups, which often haven't navigated international student onboarding before.
Can I switch employers mid-semester while on CPT for a Product Development Manager role?
No. CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to the exact position on your I-20. If you change companies or move to a different Product Development Manager role, you need a new CPT authorization before your first day with the new employer. Your previous CPT authorization becomes invalid immediately, and working without updated authorization puts your F-1 status at risk.