SEO Associate

OuterBox • Houston, TX

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

OuterBox is seeking the next class of SEO associates to join their award-winning team. This is a full-time, salaried career launch program designed for individuals who are curious about search, eager to learn, and ready to contribute from the start. The program includes 12 weeks of structured, hands-on training within the Search Marketing Grad Program, led by experienced SEO professionals. Participants will work with real tools and client accounts, building a foundation for a career in digital marketing. Upon completion of training, associates will transition to an SEO Specialist role, managing their own client portfolio.

Requirements

• Genuinely curious about how search engines and digital marketing work
• Learns fast and applies feedback
• Communicates clearly — in writing, in conversation, and eventually with clients
• Pays attention to detail and takes quality seriously
• Wants a real career, not just a job — and is ready to put in the work to build it
• Based in Houston or the surrounding area — this role requires in-office days and relocation is not supported
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools (Google Sheets or Excel) for data analysis
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a structured environment
• U.S. work authorization required; we are unable to sponsor employment visas

Nice To Haves

• Coursework, personal projects, certifications (Google, HubSpot, etc.), or internship experience in marketing, communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Execute on-page SEO: meta tags, headings, internal linking, and page optimizations
• Perform keyword research and build keyword maps aligned to buyer intent
• Conduct SEO audits and deliver prioritized recommendations
• Support content strategy through content gap analysis and AI-assisted content workflows
• Perform technical SEO reviews: site speed, schema, crawlability, indexation, and redirects
• Monitor organic performance using Google Search Console and AccuRanker
• Analyze lead quality and organic trends to inform strategy
• Contribute to client reporting and communication
• Manage a growing portfolio of client accounts, building toward full ownership and a Strategist role

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• PTO that is genuinely encouraged
• Affordable, low-deductible health insurance plans
• Supplemental benefits, including employer-paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance
• 401k with company match
• Remote work flexibility
• Supportive, transparent, and accessible leadership that welcomes ideas, insights & feedback
• Professional/individual development stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level