Website Development Intern (UNPAID)

Job Description

Website Development Intern (UNPAID)

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

Term: Entire 2026 year

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

WG Business Enterprises is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Website Development Intern (UNPAID) to join our remote team for the entirety of 2026. This unique, hands-on opportunity is designed for students passionate about web development and digital marketing, offering real-world experience in search engine optimization (SEO), backlink building, and WordPress development. This internship is ideal for individuals looking to significantly build their digital portfolio, potentially earn academic credit, and gain invaluable skills in modern web marketing and development strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, maintenance, and optimization of WordPress websites, ensuring responsiveness and user experience.
• Implement comprehensive on-page SEO improvements, including crafting effective meta titles/descriptions, strategic internal linking, and optimizing alt text for images.
• Conduct thorough keyword research to identify high-value opportunities, informing blog and content strategy.
• Proactively identify and pursue backlink opportunities through strategic outreach and digital networking, enhancing domain authority.
• Analyze competitor websites to identify SEO gaps and evaluate successful backlink strategies.
• Support technical SEO efforts, focusing on site speed optimization and resolving critical crawl issues to improve search engine visibility.
• Monitor and report on website performance metrics using industry-standard tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and PageSpeed Insights.
• Assist with basic HTML/CSS editing within WordPress themes and content, ensuring design consistency and functionality.
• Optimize website images for both performance and SEO, including proper file naming conventions, compression, and alt tags.
• Take part in the creation, editing, and layout of new content pages, ensuring they are engaging and SEO-friendly.
• Learn and apply schema markup and structured data to enhance search visibility and rich snippet potential.
• Track and manage all outreach and link-building efforts effectively using spreadsheets or dedicated project management tools.
• Stay current with evolving SEO best practices and adapt strategies in response to Google algorithm updates.
• Collaborate effectively with the team to ensure all website content and development aligns with overarching SEO and brand objectives.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A current high school junior/senior or college student (degree not required).
• Legally eligible to participate in unpaid internships and currently living in the United States.
• Possesses basic experience with WordPress and a genuine interest in web development.
• Understands fundamental SEO principles and is eager to learn and implement advanced backlink strategies.
• Familiar with common SEO tools such as Yoast SEO, Google Search Console, and similar platforms.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and possesses a proactive, self-motivated work ethic.
• Can commit to consistently producing deliverables at least once per week.
• Enjoys solving complex problems and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Comfortable working remotely and capable of effectively managing their own schedule and tasks.
• Accepts and understands the nature of an unpaid internship.

What You’ll Gain:

• Extensive hands-on experience in SEO, advanced WordPress development, and effective backlink building techniques.
• Valuable exposure to industry-standard tools and cutting-edge digital marketing strategies.
• A robust digital portfolio showcasing live website projects and measurable SEO performance improvements.
• Direct mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in web development and digital marketing.
• A flexible work schedule designed to seamlessly fit around academic commitments or other responsibilities.
• Potential to earn academic credit, subject to your school’s specific requirements.
• Invaluable real-world experience to significantly boost your resume and enhance your job readiness for future roles.