AFM Summer Internship Program 2026

March 19, 2026

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Job Description

🚀 AFM Summer Internship Program 2026 — Now Open (NYC)

We’re excited to launch the AFM Summer Internship Program and are looking for passionate students to join our team this summer in New York City.

AFM is a TikTok Shop partner agency specializing in livestream commerce, influencer marketing, and creator-led brand growth. This internship program is designed for students who want hands-on experience in the creator economy and live commerce industry.

🌟 Internship Areas

We are opening 2–3 internship spots per department:

  • Influencer / Creator Relations
  • TikTok Live & Livestream Operations
  • TikTok GO Project Team
  • Event & Creator Activations
  • HR & Talent Operations
  • Admin & Office Operations

Here is a brief introduction for each department role:

Influencer / Creator Relations

  • Identify and proactively reach out to potential TikTok creators across key verticals (beauty, lifestyle, tech, home, etc.)
  • Build and maintain a scalable creator pipeline aligned with AFM’s brand and livestream strategy
  • Conduct onboarding calls and introduce creators to AFM’s collaboration model, commission structure, and workflow
  • Monitor creator performance (GMV, conversion rate, engagement metrics) and propose optimization strategies

TikTok Live & Livestream Operations

  • Manage livestream backend operations during sessions
  • Monitor real-time performance metrics (GMV, conversion rate, traffic)
  • Adjust pricing, promotions, and product sequencing during live sessions
  • Collaborate with host and assistant to optimize livestream flow
  • Analyze post-live data and provide optimization insights
  • Plan livestream strategy including product selection and timing
  • Stay updated on TikTok algorithm and livestream trends

TikTok GO Project Team

  • Assist the team in coordinating TikTok influencers participating in the TikTok Go program
  • Support creator check-ins at hotels and experience locations across NYC
  • Work with the mentor and team to help facilitate short-form video production
  • Help ensure creators complete required content deliverables
  • Provide on-site support during creator activations and events
  • Assist with basic project coordination and communication with creators

Event & Creator Activations

  • Coordinate with influencers (KOLs/creators) for event participation and on-site support
  • Support event logistics including venue setup, check-in, run-of-show execution
  • Work closely with internal teams (TikTok Live / Creator / Marketing)
  • Help manage event guest lists, RSVPs, and communication
  • Be on-site during events to ensure smooth operations
  • Assist in capturing content (short videos / behind-the-scenes moments)

HR & Admin Operations

  • Support end-to-end recruiting process (sourcing, screening, interview coordination)
  • Manage job postings across platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.)
  • Assist with candidate communication and scheduling
  • Help maintain and update internal HR systems (employee records, onboarding tracker)
  • Support onboarding & offboarding processes
  • Assist in building HR SOPs, templates, and internal documentation
  • Support day-to-day HR & admin operations

📍 Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City
📅 Schedule: Minimum 3 days per week
🎓 Eligibility: Current college students or recent graduates
🌐 Language: Bilingual in English & Chinese
⌚️ Internship Period: May 25th – August 25th

✨ What You’ll Get

  • Work from our Midtown Manhattan office in a premium commercial building
  • Hands-on experience working with creators and brands on TikTok
  • Access to large-scale brand activations and industry events in NYC
  • Exposure to a strong network of creators, founders, and industry professionals
  • Opportunities to visit the TikTok headquarters and learn from industry insiders
  • Unique opportunities to explore and check in at NYC hotels while supporting creator content shoots
  • School credit available
  • Potential full-time opportunities for top performers/TikTok Referral

This is an unpaid internship designed as a training program for students interested in marketing, the creator economy, and digital commerce. If you’re excited about TikTok, creators, and live commerce, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 To Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to hr@afmagency.net

Our hiring period will be from March 17th to May 22th.