Overview
TikTok’s global E-Commerce team is seeking PhD interns to contribute to cutting-edge supply chain and logistics projects. You will work on developing intelligent systems and predictive models to optimize inventory, fulfillment, and merchant operations, ensuring a seamless user experience across TikTok’s international e-commerce platforms.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
- Hands-on experience building deep learning and operations research models for large-scale e-commerce logistics
- Exposure to predictive analytics for ETA, delivery events, sales forecasting, and inventory optimization
- Opportunity to work with massive datasets and advanced AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product, operations, and supply chain experts
- Mentorship from senior data scientists and researchers in a leading global tech company
Key Responsibilities
- Develop machine learning and deep learning models to predict delivery outcomes, sales, and inventory needs
- Build knowledge graphs and spatio-temporal models to optimize global logistics networks
- Apply NLP and LLM techniques to solve address verification and suggestion challenges
- Create merchant and merchandise growth algorithms for outreach, tiering, and performance optimization
- Analyze large-scale e-commerce data to improve pricing, traffic distribution, and operational efficiency
- Collaborate with supply chain and product teams to implement actionable insights and strategies
- Conduct research on emerging trends and technologies in machine learning, AI, and e-commerce analytics
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative field
- Strong programming skills in Python or Java, with experience in ML/DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Solid understanding of machine learning and deep learning algorithms for regression, classification, and clustering
- Excellent analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
- Experience in large-scale data analysis, optimization, or predictive modeling preferred
- Research publication or participation in ML/AI competitions is a bonus
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
PhD students passionate about leveraging AI and machine learning to solve real-world supply chain challenges and enhance global e-commerce operations.
About the Company
TikTok is a global leader in short-form mobile video, connecting billions of users worldwide. The company fosters creativity, innovation, and joy through its diverse, inclusive teams and cutting-edge technology.
Internship Details
Location: Singapore
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Commitment: Full-time
Working Arrangement: Onsite/Hybrid (as per team)
Stipend: Not specified
Application Deadline: Rolling
