Who we are:
We are Kao, listed as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the last 19 years.
Our brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care (John Frieda, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and Molton Brown.
Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.
The role
We are looking for creative, innovative, entrepreneurial professionals with fresh ideas who would like to be part of a dynamic, growing company. If you've got what it takes to join our fast-paced organization, consider the following assignment as a TikTok Fall Intern, focused on the Bioré brand.
What you will do:
- Lead and support Biore’s social initiatives for the Bioré brand, including concepting ideas, filming, editing
- Obtain required internal approvals on posts prior to posting
- Weekly/On-going reporting to marketing teams on social post-performance (Bioré and competitive) and trendspotting.
- Work with local marketers to establish a clear content calendar, defining content pillars, and ensuring alignment with brand guidelines
- If local to Cincinnati and dependent on schedule, 1-2 days in office per week
- Equipment provided–you just show up, think and create
- Come up with relevant, smart, funny, or downright genius ideas for TikTok videos
- Shoot and edit content that sells and entertains
What We’re Looking For:
- This role requires a creative thinker with an understanding of the Meta platforms + TikTok ecosystems and the ability to develop and execute relevant, timely content
- We are looking for unique, clever, and bold creators who can make scroll-stopping social content. If you’re the one in your friend group always convincing people to try a new product or you’re the type who can talk to literally anyone–you’ll fit right in.
- Knowledge in editing skills – Photoshop, Adobe illustrator, and additional video editing software
- Design background and capabilities are a plus
- People who’ve made viral content (or just know they can)
- Established personal TikTok – share your account with us!
- Have previously helped run or managed a brand TikTok/social account
- You may already have a list of TikTok ideas in your notes app
- This position praises the chronically online. Social media psychopaths
- You’re just a naturally curious, talkative, creative human
- If this sounds like your kind of internship, apply today. We’d love to see what you can do!
What you will need
- Student pursuing a bachelor’s degree required; All majors considered. Available 20 hours during Fall 2026 semester.
- Candidate will ideally start mid to end July and run through December/January.
- Must have strong communication and creative skills.
- Experience in the TikTok platform is a requirement: knowledge of the creative editing capabilities, music library, and trendspotting are a must. Comfortable appearing in TikTok videos as the “Bioré intern” when necessary.
- Live and breathe in the TikTok platform, sharing your TikTok post portfolio to demonstrate your talent (just for hiring purposes - you will not share your account publicly connected to the Bioré account)
- Prior internship experience in a digital, social, design or marketing/sales environment is preferred
- Self-motivated, demonstrated leader with strong interpersonal skills that excel in hands-on team environment with a lot of cross functional interaction.
- Strong organizational skills & attention to detail are a must.
- Must be a self-starter who is passionate, flexible, and has a strong drive for results.
At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.
What you can expect from us:
- An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.
- Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.
- A workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing
- A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, retirement, insurance options, and more…
- Learning and development opportunities
A reasonable pay range for this role is $17/hr. - $20/hr.
Your voice matters here — we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.
To find out why 33,000 people across the Globe work at Kao please visit:
https://www.kao.com/americas/en/careers/
Discover careers at Kao and how we live our purpose, Kirei – Making Life Beautiful.
https://kao.voyse.io/
Kao is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Skills Required
- Student pursuing a bachelor's degree
- Available 20 hours during Fall 2026 semester
- Experience in the TikTok platform (creative editing, music library, trendspotting)
- Ability to appear on camera for TikTok content
- Share TikTok post portfolio / established personal TikTok
- Knowledge of Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
- Knowledge of video editing software
- Strong communication, creative, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivated leader with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Prior internship experience in digital, social, design, or marketing/sales environment
- Design background and capabilities
- Proven history of creating viral or high-performing social content
- Ideally able to start mid to end July and run through December/January
What We Do
Ever since the company's founding in 1887, Kao has strived to deliver value to the life of people everywhere in the world. Today, we are a leading manufacturer in the fields of hygiene, beauty and health, while our chemical business contributes to the development of diverse industries. With more than 33,000 employees, our mission is to enrich the lives of people globally and contribute to the sustainability of the world. In the regions of Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), we focus on our Beauty Care business with premium brands in three business sectors: Consumer, Salon and Cosmetics. Our Business Sector represents skin and hair care brands that are recognized worldwide for their innovation and quality, such as Jergens, Curél, Bioré, Guhl, and John Frieda. Our Salon Business Sector is committed to unleashing the creativity of stylists around the globe. With our industry leading brands Goldwell, KMS and Oribe, stylists have everything in their hands to create beautiful show-stopping hair representative of the individuality of their clients. Our London-based boutique brand, Molton Brown, offers luxury beauty products found only in our exclusive Molton Brown stores, high-end department stores and travel retail, as well as five-star hotels around the world. All three business sectors are driven by the same values and beliefs: Creating high-quality products and constantly striving for the best is what is at the heart of everything we do. This is why we understand that our people are one of our core assets, and we strive for a working environment that allows team members to flourish and grow. Join us, and you will have opportunity to help us make life beautiful
