SEO Intern

About the Company

Times of Dubai, operated by GH Media Group LLC, is a leading UAE news portal delivering credible, up-to-date coverage on Dubai, the UAE, and the wider Middle East. The platform features diverse content, including local news, business, finance, technology, lifestyle, travel, sports, and global stories.

About the Role

This is a remote internship role for a SEO Intern. The intern will assist with keyword research, on-page optimization, and updating existing articles to improve search visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing website performance using SEO tools.
• Optimizing titles, meta descriptions, and internal links.
• Supporting the creation of SEO-friendly content in coordination with editors and writers.
• Monitoring rankings, organic traffic, and user engagement.
• Preparing reports with actionable insights for the editorial and marketing teams.
• Staying informed about search engine best practices.
• Contributing ideas to enhance overall site discoverability.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Foundational SEO skills: keyword research, on-page optimization, and familiarity with basic ranking factors.
• Analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data from tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, or similar platforms.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt content for search engine and reader friendliness.
• Basic understanding of digital media, online news, or content management systems (e.g., WordPress or similar CMS).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with SEO tools (e.g., Ahrefs, SEMrush, or similar) and knowledge of Middle East or UAE news landscape are beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Interest in journalism, media, marketing, or related fields.
• Current students or recent graduates in relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply.