Starbucks will pay up to $136,000 to travel the world and post about coffee on TikTok
LOS ANGELES - Starbucks is offering coffee lovers and aspiring influencers the chance to turn content creation into a full-time job — with global travel, benefits, and a six-figure salary.
The company announced it’s hiring two Global Coffee Creators, one internal and one external, to document the people, places, and culture behind Starbucks through immersive social media storytelling. The year-long roles include travel to as many as 15 Starbucks locations around the world — from Tokyo and Milan to the brand’s coffee farm in Costa Rica.
According to the company, the job is all about showcasing "the care and craft that goes into every cup of Starbucks coffee" and sharing diverse experiences from Starbucks communities globally.
How to apply for the Starbucks Global Coffee Creator job
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Hold a valid U.S. passport.
- Be available to travel internationally from August 2025 through July 2026.
There are no college or professional experience requirements. Instead, candidates must create a short TikTok video explaining why they’re the right fit for the job, use the hashtag #StarbucksGlobalCoffeeCreator, and submit the video link with their official application on the Starbucks Careers website.
The application window closes June 13.
What the job includes
Dig deeper:
Each position is full-time, pays between $80,100 and $136,000 per year, and is eligible for performance bonuses. Starbucks says selected candidates will receive:
- Healthcare and wellness benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Access to education support via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
- Travel coverage through partnerships with Delta Air Lines and Marriott Bonvoy.
FILE - A Starbucks cup is seen outside a store. The company is now hiring two Global Coffee Creators to travel internationally and share coffee stories online — with a salary of up to $136,000. (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images))
In addition to visiting global Starbucks destinations, the creators will help share stories about farmers, baristas, designers, and customers that shape the Starbucks experience.
Why you should care:
The Starbucks Global Coffee Creator job reflects a growing trend in corporate marketing — hiring social-savvy creatives to be brand storytellers in real time. The role blends influencer-style content with corporate messaging, offering an unusually lucrative opportunity in the content space that doesn’t require traditional credentials.
For aspiring travel bloggers, videographers, or coffee enthusiasts, it may just be the dream job.
The Source: This article is based on Starbucks’ official announcement and job listing published on May 28, 2025. Additional application requirements and job details were confirmed via the Starbucks Careers site and corporate press materials.