SEO Intern

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Walker Sands is currently looking for a detail-oriented person to serve as an SEO Intern for a paid, 12-week internship. This position is hybrid and will report to our Boston office.

Are you a self-motivated individual with a passion for marketing, SEO, and content strategy? Do you want to learn about the intricacies of SEO campaigns and how to be an effective digital marketer?  Are you looking to be a part of an internship program that provides you with true access to learn from some of the best in the business?  If so, Walker Sands has an opportunity for you!

At Walker Sands, we take immense pride in our ability to help our clients grow their business through effective online marketing strategies. As an SEO Intern, you will play an integral role in achieving success for our clients.

We are looking for a results-driven individual who wants to bring a creative approach to the world of internet marketing.  As an SEO Intern, you will work with our marketing managers, content writers, developers, and designers to define and implement SEO strategies. Working closely with our SEO directors, you’ll help manage large-scale, performance-based SEO campaigns for our various B2B and tech clients. You’ll gain exposure to everything from conducting organic keyword research to page optimization best practices to reporting and recommending new approaches based on program results.

At the end of your internship, you will be able to add these bullet points to your resume:

• Understanding of in-depth keyword research, with a potential for platform certifications.
• Ability to optimize SEO campaigns.
• Knowledge of SEO and content strategy best practices.
• Knowledge of optimization techniques for Generative AI Engines (GEO) 
• Ability to work with an integrated digital team and meet deadlines.
• Ability to effectively optimize pages for page tagging, page headers, and CTAs.
• Optimize results through ongoing reporting and campaign management.
• General understanding of the B2B tech industry and specific client markets.

Requirements

• Candidates for this internship must be eligible for full-time employment upon completion of the program. Students who will remain enrolled in a full-time academic program in the semester immediately following the internship (e.g., college sophomores or juniors continuing their undergraduate education) are not eligible to apply. While full-time employment at Walker Sands is not guaranteed for interns, offers may be extended based on individual performance and the availability of open roles at the agency.
• A desire and eagerness to learn and grow.

Internship Details

• This is a 12-week, paid internship beginning on May 27, 2025.
• We are open to part-time or full-time interns.
• Candidates for the internship must be eligible for full-time employment at the conclusion of their internship.
• All internship candidate finalists must complete a skills test.

Compensation & Benefits:

• We strive for pay transparency in our hiring process. This is a major step towards not only complying with regulations where required, but also to make sure pay equity and DEI are top of mind during the hiring process. Pay is only a part of the total rewards package. Below is the starting salary for this role:
  Hourly Pay Rate: $18 / hour
• Internship Benefits:
  • 🏡 Hybrid Work: Mix of in-office and remote work, with tools to stay connected across teams.
  • 📚 Growth Opportunities: Structured learning program, coaching program, and learning events to help you grow professionally.
  • 🌟 Culture: Our agency values our supportive, collaborative culture where we work hard to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Read more on our website here!
• Our full-time team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. In addition to the above, Walker Sands team members have access to:
  • 🩺 Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus mental health resources, pet insurance, fertility benefits, and more.
  • 💰 Retirement Savings: Employer-matched 401(k) and access to financial planning services.
  • 🌴 Flexible PTO: Take time as needed for vacations, mental health, or personal days. Includes 8 paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year.
  • 🎉 Milestone Sabbatical: Celebrate five years with a two-week sabbatical and a $2,000 gift.
  • 👶 Family Support: Generous paid leave for new parents and caregivers, plus policies for pregnancy loss, adoption challenges, and more.

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