Graduate Development Program

Responsibilities
We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at ByteDance.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by July 2026. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

About The Role
The Graduate Development Program is an experiential learning journey tailored for high-potential talent. Spread over a maximum of eighteen months, the program is designed to fast track the growth of individuals and prepare them to make an impact in the real world within our e-commerce business.

From Day 1, you'll join us as a full-time employee and embark on a journey through multiple job rotations. Each rotation is carefully crafted to provide deep exposure to critical functions of our business.

Throughout the program, you'll gain hands-on experience, build networks with important stakeholders, and grow in both technical and strategic abilities. Upon completion, you'll be well-positioned to drive strategic initiatives or step into a key operations role, contributing to the growth of our ever evolving e-commerce ecosystem.

Rotation Opportunities

Acquisition and Incubation

Join the frontlines of eCommerce team by helping sellers to launch on our eCommerce platform. Guide them through onboarding, training, and early success. You will help sellers thrive with data-driven advice, practical playbooks, and a community-first approach.

Category Creators

Collaborate with the creators/KOLs to drive meaningful partnerships with sellers, acting as a strategic matchmaker and helping creators and sellers grow together.

Campaign Management

Work closely with category teams to build awareness, excitement, and GMV growth through viral campaigns that energize our community and make Shoppertainment fun

Platform Operations and Business Intelligence

Tackle high-priority platform-level challenges by contributing to or, driving key projects. Expect a steep learning curve, wide exposure, and practical execution beyond data analysis.

You will rotate across 3-4 teams over the course of the program across 12 months with rotation length determined by business needs. Your preferences, skill sets and business needs will be considered to ensure the most impactful experience. Whether you're a recent graduate or an early career professional looking to accelerate your growth in e-commerce, this program is designed for you.

Perks and Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and contribute to high-impact projects
• Robust training program designed to support each rotation
• Mentors and managers across each rotation
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Pathway for career growth and leadership development

Selection Process

• Online Assessment - Test your logical thinking and data interpretation skills.
• HR Team Screening - Chat with our Talent Acquisition and HRBP team.
• Case Assessments - Tackle real-world business scenarios to demonstrate your analytical thinking and business acumen in the eCommerce landscape.
• Business Leaders Interview - An opportunity to to with the Country Leader to discuss your motivations and demonstrate your problem-solving approach

Application Timeline

• Online Application**: By 30 November 2025
• Online Assessment: September to December 2025
• Interviews & Case Assessments: September to December 2025
• Offer: October to December 2025
• Onboarding & Start - July 2026
• This timeline serves as a general guide. This job posting will stay open until all roles are filled, which may be before or after the stated application window. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and indicate their earliest available start date in their resume.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field with up to 1 year of full-time work experience (as at the application deadline)
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a strong capacity for rapid learning
• Clear and effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic background in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related business/technology disciplines
• Prior internship experience in e-commerce or management consulting

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Job Information

About Us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are 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 enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, 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. 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

ByteDance 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 ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. 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.