[Hiring] Web and SEO Specialist Intern @Hurricane Junior Golf Tour

Role Description

The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Digital Marketing Intern to join our team. As a WordPress & SEO Specialist, you will work closely with our marketing team to assist in the development and maintenance of the company website and all of its content in support of the company’s overall marketing strategy. You will gain hands-on experience in digital marketing strategy, including SEO marketing, content creation, and analytics. The ideal candidate is passionate about golf, has a strong interest in digital marketing, and is eager to learn and contribute to our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the exciting and fast-paced world of sports marketing.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Degree in Marketing/Communications/Computer Science or Related Field
• Must be within Good Standing of your College/University
• Passion for Digital Marketing
• SEO Knowledge On-Page & Off-Page
• Ability to Multitask in a Faced-Paced Environment
• Marketing Software/CRM Experience (HighLevel, Monday, Hubspot)
• Ability to analyze GA4, Google Search Console, GTM
• WordPress Experience, HTML, CSS & Javascript
• Understanding data mapping, automation through zapier, make.com
• Attention to Detail
• Desire to Learn

Requirements

• Basic understanding of Web/SEO Analytics
• Good understanding of website architecture and aesthetics.
• Ability to keep up on digital marketing trends
• Experience with Keyword Research
• Strong analytical skills
• Willingness to Step Outside of Comfort Zone

Responsibilities

• Website Updates/Maintenance (WordPress)
• Speed optimization, fix website errors, optimize webpages & media
• Troubleshooting content issues.
• Monitoring the performance of the live website via GA4, Search Console & SEMRush
• Researching new and emergent keywords and integrating them into content
• Collaborating with marketing and advertising teams to create SEO content
• Developing strategies to team with high-value sites and implement cross-links
• Suggesting changes to sites that improve positioning via content and linking
• Assist with Other Marketing Initiatives, As Needed

What does success look like?

• Hitting All Marketing Deadlines
• Contribute to the Growth of HJGT’s SEO Ranking, Online Visibility
• Maintain/Enhance HJGT’s Branding and Messaging through Blog Publication
• Contribute to the Creation of Profitable Marketing Campaigns

Benefits

• College Credit for Getting Hands-On, Once-in-a-Lifetime Educational Experience
• Employee Discounts on Most Major Golf Equipment & Apparel (Generally 30-50% Off Retail)
• Hands-On Experience Developing, Maintaining, and Optimizing Marketing Strategies
• Resume-Building Workshops
• Classroom Sessions with HJGT Employees to Assist with Career Planning
• Recommendation Letters from Full-Time Employees
• Networking Events

College Credit

Students will be able to use the HJGT internship for college credit. Your institution will decide the amount of credits. All interns MUST be enrolled in at least one credit.

Opportunities

• Experience in the Golf Industry
• Build Your Portfolio
• Showcase Your Work to 45,000+ Email Subscribers
• To Obtain Full-Time Employment with HJGT or Through its Network

Career Enrichment

There are countless benefits to participating in the HJGT internship program. Interns will meet and interact with various groups of people and get to know the future stars of the PGA and LPGA tours. For example, interns will be around golf professionals, directors of golf, course superintendents, influential and successful sponsors, parents, and spectators. This internship is unlike many other programs because of the hands-on experience you will receive. Interns will be given daily tasks that have a substantial impact on the organization. You will learn how to manage people, manage departments, and problem solve in a fast and fun environment.