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Creative roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals and students through the J-1 visa's Intern and Trainee program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and provide sponsorship throughout your placement. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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Creative Product Operations Project Intern (Monetization Product) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
LOCATION:
New York
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Intern
JOB CODE:
A119791
Responsibilities
Team Introduction:
Creativity is the soul of advertising. The TikTok Ads Creative and Ecosystem team develops world-leading tech solutions for ads creative production, interpretation, and optimization. Our mission is to empower and inspire advertisers, creators, and third parties within the ecosystem to create and deliver the most engaging creative experiences to end users. We are user-oriented and dedicated to technical excellence, striving to lead technological innovation in the ad tech and creative industry. Our goal is to power products and deliver value to our clients, creators, partners, and the entire ecosystem.
Role Introduction:
We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Product Operations Intern to join our Creative Operations Advertising team in New York. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional partners — including business, data, and engineering teams — to help design, analyze, and optimize innovative advertising solutions that empower global brands to tell their stories effectively.
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:
- Support marketing and analytics initiatives by organizing performance data, building dashboards, and translating insights into clear visual formats.
- Assist in constructing datasets, monitoring campaign activity, and maintaining routine reporting workflows.
- Contribute to campaign setup reviews, performance tracking, and measurement-related tasks across assigned advertiser categories.
- Help prepare client-facing deliverables and internal documentation, including reports, learning materials, and training support.
- Coordinate cross-functional follow-ups and contribute to project tracking to ensure smooth operational execution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and an interest in learning additional data tools such as Tableau or SQL.
- Basic understanding of digital advertising concepts and marketing fundamentals.
- Comfortable working with cross-functional teams, supporting project workflows, and responding to operational questions.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple ongoing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn about digital marketing, measurement & advanced tech exploration, and campaign performance optimization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in AI tools or coding applications is a plus.
- Able to intern for 6 months or longer; candidates available to work 4 days a week onsite in our New York office are preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern: The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $30 - $50.
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
Creative Product Operations Project Intern (Monetization Product) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)
LOCATION:
New York
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Intern
JOB CODE:
A119791
Responsibilities
Team Introduction:
Creativity is the soul of advertising. The TikTok Ads Creative and Ecosystem team develops world-leading tech solutions for ads creative production, interpretation, and optimization. Our mission is to empower and inspire advertisers, creators, and third parties within the ecosystem to create and deliver the most engaging creative experiences to end users. We are user-oriented and dedicated to technical excellence, striving to lead technological innovation in the ad tech and creative industry. Our goal is to power products and deliver value to our clients, creators, partners, and the entire ecosystem.
Role Introduction:
We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Product Operations Intern to join our Creative Operations Advertising team in New York. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional partners — including business, data, and engineering teams — to help design, analyze, and optimize innovative advertising solutions that empower global brands to tell their stories effectively.
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:
- Support marketing and analytics initiatives by organizing performance data, building dashboards, and translating insights into clear visual formats.
- Assist in constructing datasets, monitoring campaign activity, and maintaining routine reporting workflows.
- Contribute to campaign setup reviews, performance tracking, and measurement-related tasks across assigned advertiser categories.
- Help prepare client-facing deliverables and internal documentation, including reports, learning materials, and training support.
- Coordinate cross-functional follow-ups and contribute to project tracking to ensure smooth operational execution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and an interest in learning additional data tools such as Tableau or SQL.
- Basic understanding of digital advertising concepts and marketing fundamentals.
- Comfortable working with cross-functional teams, supporting project workflows, and responding to operational questions.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple ongoing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn about digital marketing, measurement & advanced tech exploration, and campaign performance optimization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in AI tools or coding applications is a plus.
- Able to intern for 6 months or longer; candidates available to work 4 days a week onsite in our New York office are preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern: The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $30 - $50.
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 JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Creative
Build a portfolio suited to U.S. creative standards
U.S. host employers evaluate creative candidates on digital portfolios before any interview. Organize your work by discipline, whether graphic design, art direction, or production, and include project context that demonstrates your process, not just finished outputs.
Identify your J-1 category before approaching employers
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated and have relevant work experience, you likely qualify as a Trainee. Misidentifying your category early causes delays once a host employer is ready to proceed.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned creative roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. creative positions at employers familiar with J-1 visa hosting. Targeting employers with prior exchange visitor experience cuts the time between offer acceptance and DS-2019 issuance significantly.
Confirm the host employer will sign your training plan
Your designated sponsor requires a completed training plan, signed by the host employer, before issuing your DS-2019. Confirm during the offer stage that the employer's HR team understands this obligation and has done it before or is willing to.
Check your home country's two-year residency requirement
Some J-1 participants from certain countries or funded programs must return home for two years after their exchange before changing to H-1B visa or permanent residence status. Review the J-1 exchange visitor skills list and your DS-2019 endorsement box to know your status before accepting.
Align your creative role description with O*NET classifications
Designated sponsors cross-reference your stated role against O*NET occupation codes when reviewing training plans. Your job title and duties should map clearly to a recognized creative occupation code to avoid requests for additional documentation from the sponsor.
Creative J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a creative professional?
The right category depends on your career stage. Current students pursuing design, film, animation, or other creative fields typically qualify under the Intern category. Graduates with at least one year of relevant professional experience qualify under the Trainee category. Both require a structured training plan and a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor to issue your DS-2019.
Is the hiring employer my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. Under the J-1 program, the visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your compliance. The creative agency, studio, or company you work for is your host employer. The two roles are legally distinct, and the employer cannot sponsor a J-1 directly.
How do I find U.S. creative employers open to J-1 hosting?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. creative roles at employers who have experience with exchange visitors. Targeting employers already familiar with the host employer obligations, including training plan requirements and progress reports, reduces friction during the offer and DS-2019 issuance stages. Avoid approaching employers cold on J-1 logistics without confirming their willingness first.
Can I switch creative employers mid-program on a J-1 visa?
Changing host employers during your J-1 program requires your designated sponsor's approval and a revised training plan signed by the new employer. The new placement must still fall within your original program's field and objectives. Not all sponsors permit mid-program transfers, so clarify this policy before accepting an offer from a secondary employer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect creative J-1 participants?
It can. The two-year home country physical presence requirement applies to some J-1 participants based on their country of nationality, the source of funding for their program, or whether their skills appear on the DOS exchange visitor skills list. If the requirement applies, you cannot change to H-1B or most immigrant visa categories until you fulfill it or obtain a waiver.