Intern, SEO

Sephora • Remo, VA

7d • Remote

About The Position

Sephora’s 10-week internship program provides early-career professionals with hands-on learning, networking opportunities, weekly virtual workshops, and projects that directly impact the business. As the SEO Intern, you will support the management and optimization of Sephora’s organic search marketing program, write on-page optimizations for Sephora.com, contribute to local search strategy, and research emerging trends in beauty, skincare, hair, and wellness. The internship runs June 14 through August 20, 2027, for 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday, aligned with Pacific Time. The role is remote, and interns must permanently reside and work in the United States.

Requirements

• A data-driven mindset and ability to gather insights and draw conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
• Initiative in problem-solving and creative thinking.
• Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to a variety of tasks and projects.
• Must be graduating in 2027 or 2028 with an undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Must align work schedule with 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
• Must permanently reside and work in the United States.
• Must be available June 14 through August 20, 2027.
• Must be open to relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area upon graduation for consideration for full-time hybrid positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support SEO projects through hands-on work.
• Support management and optimization of Sephora’s organic search marketing program.
• Write on-page optimizations for Sephora.com.
• Contribute to local search strategy.
• Research emerging trends in beauty, skincare, hair, and wellness.
• Conduct competitive, performance, and technical analyses using analytics and enterprise-level tools.
• Collaborate with digital marketing professionals and learn industry best practices.
• Build an understanding of SEO’s role in the client experience and digital media mix.
• Develop knowledge of digital marketing, content creation, and off-site promotion.
• Demonstrate Sephora values: Passion, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect, Teamwork, and Initiative.

Benefits

• Target hourly pay of $27.00.
• Weekly virtual workshops, networking opportunities, and career panels.
• Hands-on learning and opportunities to work on projects that directly impact the business.
• Opportunities for career development and skill growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed