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SEO & Website Development Intern

WG Business Enterprises
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Location: Remote (U.S.-based applicants only)

Term: 2025- Fall 2026 (Flexible start/end dates) with potential for extension

Eligibility: High school juniors/seniors and college students currently living in the United States

 

WG Business Enterprises is seeking a SEO & Website Development Intern (UNPAID) to join our team for the remainder of 2025-Fall 2026. This is a hands-on opportunity for students interested in real-world experience with search engine optimization (SEO), backlink building, and website development using WordPress. It’s ideal for those looking to build their digital portfolio, earn school credit, and gain valuable skills in modern web marketing and development.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assist in the design, maintenance, and optimization of WordPress websites
  • Implement on-page SEO improvements (meta titles/descriptions, internal linking, alt text, etc.)
  • Conduct keyword research to support blog and content strategy
  • Identify and pursue backlink opportunities through outreach and digital networking
  • Analyze competitor websites for SEO gaps and backlink strategies
  • Support technical SEO efforts, including site speed optimization and resolving crawl issues
  • Monitor and report on site performance using tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and PageSpeed Insights
  • Assist with basic HTML/CSS editing as needed within WordPress (no coding expertise required)
  • Optimize website images for performance and SEO (file names, compression, alt tags)
  • Learn and help apply schema markup and structured data for enhanced search visibility
  • Track outreach and link-building efforts using spreadsheets or project management tools
  • Stay current with evolving SEO best practices and Google algorithm updates
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure all content is aligned with SEO and branding goals.

 

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

  • Is a current high school junior/senior or college student (degree not required)
  • Lives in the United States and is legally eligible to participate in unpaid internships
  • Has basic experience with WordPress and an interest in web development
  • Understands SEO principles and is eager to learn backlink strategy
  • Is familiar with tools like Yoast SEO, Google Search Console, etc.
  • Has strong attention to detail and a self-motivated work ethic
  • Can commit to producing deliverables at least once per week
  • Enjoys solving problems and contributing to a collaborative team
  • Is comfortable working remotely and managing their own schedule
  • Accepts an unpaid internship

 

What You’ll Gain:

  • Hands-on experience in SEO, WordPress development, and backlink building
  • Exposure to industry-standard tools and strategies
  • A digital portfolio of live website projects and SEO performance improvements
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
  • A flexible work schedule designed to fit around school or other commitments
  • Potential to earn academic credit, depending on your school’s requirements
  • Real-world experience to boost your resume and job readiness