Web Design and SEO Assistant Intern
Gigi's Decor and More is seeking a motivated student with web design experience to help maximize our website reach, develop search engine optimization (SEO), and collaborate on a website redesign to deliver the best possible user experience. This role is remote and is ideal for someone building hands-on experience in web design, UX, and SEO.
Responsibilities
- Conduct SEO audits and keyword research to inform page optimization and content strategy.
- Implement on-page SEO improvements (title tags, meta descriptions, header structure, alt text, internal linking, schema basics) and monitor impact.
- Assist with website redesigns and UX enhancements (navigation, layout, mobile responsiveness, accessibility) in collaboration with the ownership team.
- Update and manage website content (product pages, blog posts, banners) using WordPress and ensure consistency with branding.
- Monitor website performance using analytics and prepare monthly performance reports with actionable insights.
- Identify and fix technical issues (broken links, image optimization, page speed improvements) to improve user experience and search ranking.
- Collaborate with Social Media Manager to align website content with promotional campaigns and social initiatives.
- Stay current on SEO and UX best practices; propose data-driven enhancements.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a relevant program (web design, computer science, marketing, digital media, or related field).
- Demonstrated web design experience and a portfolio or sample projects.
- Familiarity with WordPress and basic HTML/CSS; experience with responsive design.
- Foundational knowledge of SEO best practices and basic keyword research tools.
- Analytical mindset with comfort analyzing data and deriving actionable recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; collaborative team player.
- Able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines; comfortable working remotely.
- Available to commit a defined number of hours per week (e.g., 8–12 hours) for a term or internship.
Preferred Skills (Desirable)
- Experience with Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and basic data reporting.
- Basic graphic editing (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud) for banners and page assets.
- Experience with performance optimization (image optimization, caching, lazy loading).
- Familiarity with e-commerce product pages and conversion-focused design.
Compensation and Terms
- Hourly compensation to be discussed based on term of internship.
- Flexible schedule; remote work.
How to Apply
Please send a resume, a link to your portfolio or examples of web design work, and a brief note describing why you’re a good fit for Gigi’s Decor and More. Include your anticipated start date and weekly availability.
Email: gigisdecorandmorenj@gmail.com