AFM Summer Internship Program 2026 (NYC)

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

We are 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 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

• Tech Intern

• HR & Talent Operations

• Admin & Office Operations

📌 Role Overview

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) 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 livestreams

• Collaborate with hosts and assistants to optimize livestream flow

• Analyze post-live data and provide optimization insights

• Plan livestream strategy (product selection, timing)

• Stay updated on TikTok algorithm and livestream trends

TikTok GO Project Team

• Assist in coordinating TikTok influencers participating in the TikTok GO program

• Support creator check-ins at hotels and experience locations across NYC

• Work with the team to facilitate short-form video production

• Ensure creators complete required deliverables

• Provide on-site support during activations and events

• Assist with project coordination and communication

Event & Creator Activations

• Coordinate with influencers (KOLs/creators) for event participation

• Support event logistics (venue setup, check-in, run-of-show execution)

• Work closely with internal teams (TikTok Live / Creator / Marketing)

• Manage guest lists, RSVPs, and communication

• Be on-site to ensure smooth operations

• Assist in capturing content (short videos / BTS moments)

HR & Admin Operations

• Support end-to-end recruiting (sourcing, screening, interview coordination)

• Manage job postings across platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.)

• Assist with candidate communication and scheduling

• Maintain HR systems (employee records, onboarding tracker)

• Support onboarding & offboarding processes

• Assist with SOPs, templates, and documentation

• Support day-to-day HR & admin operations

AFM Tech Intern

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot OpenClaw configurations across multiple channels
• Manage and support channel operations, including Gmail, WhatsApp, Lark, and other potential future channels
• Provide on-call technical support to cross-functional teams when needed
• Collaborate with different departments to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues related to AI tools and workflow automation
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through the implementation and optimization of AI tools in a timely manner
• Support internal process improvement initiatives related to automation, communication tools, and workflow design
• Technical Requirements
• Familiarity with OpenClaw configuration and channel management, especially across Gmail, WhatsApp, Lark, and other related tools
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or other relevant programming languages
• Basic understanding of the cross-border e-commerce (跨境电商) industry
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills, with the ability to independently identify and resolve technical issues

Candidates with a degree or academic background in the following fields are preferred:

• Mathematics
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Statistics
• Other quantitative disciplines

📍 Details

• Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City

• Schedule: Minimum 3 days per week

• Eligibility: Current college students or recent graduates

• Language: Bilingual in English & Chinese preferred

• Internship Period: May 25th – August 25th

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🌟 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 professionals

• Opportunities to visit TikTok headquarters and learn from industry insiders

• Unique experiences supporting creator shoots at NYC hotels

• School credit available

• Potential full-time opportunities / TikTok referrals for top performers

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⚠️ This is an unpaid internship designed as a training program for students interested in marketing, the creator economy, and digital commerce.