SEO Intern

About DataCamp

There is incredible power in data and AI—but only if you know what to do with it. DataCamp teaches companies and individuals the skills to work with data and AI in the real world. Our mission is to democratize data and AI skills for everyone! 

Companies and teams of every size use DataCamp to close their skill gaps and make better data-driven decisions. We work with over:

• 4000+ companies
• 3000+ academic organizations
• 12+ million DataCamp learners

And a global learning community spread across 180+ countries.

At DataCamp, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality education and data and AI skill development for a more secure future. From our first-class courses, projects, code-alongs, certification programs, and DataLab—we are an all-in-one platform on a mission to democratize data and AI education for all.

About the role

As an SEO Intern, your primary focus will be on building a robust network of backlinks to enhance the visibility and authority of our curriculum, as well as contributing to SEO analyses to understand our performance relative to competitors. You’ll have the chance to lead impactful projects, develop new systems, and upskill in SEO techniques. You will report to the SEO lead, who will provide guidance and help you upskill.

About you

At DataCamp, we seek individuals who embody our core values of data-driven decision-making, action, transparency, ownership, and customer focus. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment and are driven by a passion for making a meaningful impact. You're adaptable, embracing change and ambiguity with enthusiasm. Your initiative and entrepreneurial spirit push you beyond just meeting targets—you aim to understand the "why" behind our goals and take ownership to drive the business forward. You’re a collaborative team player who values transparency and always seeks to improve and innovate. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Execute a backlink strategy to drive mentions of DataCamp on relevant websites to ultimately improve search performance.
• Identify and collaborate with relevant websites, blogs, and influencers to acquire high-quality backlinks.
• Monitor, analyse and report on backlink performance.
• Implement SEO best practices to optimize course content.
• Analyse SEO performance using tools such as Heap, Google Search Console and ahrefs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in SEO and backlink building.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed education in STEM.
• Interest in SEO, search, and how websites work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to work and learn independently.
• Strong technical as well as analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of online communities where technical discussions occur, such as Stack Overflow, Reddit, and relevant blogs.
• Possibly, experience in web scraping. 

Why Datacamp? 

Joining DataCamp means becoming part of a dynamic, creative, and international start-up. Here are just a few of the reasons why you’ll love being on our team:

• Exciting challenges: Face new technical challenges daily, keeping your work engaging and rewarding.
• Competitive compensation: We offer a competitive salary with attractive benefits.
• Flexibility: Benefit from flexible working hours because the future is flexible! 
• Continuous learning: Access a yearly learning budget for conferences & training to support your professional growth.
• Global retreats: Participate in international company retreats, fostering a global team spirit.
• Equipment: Yearly refreshment of your IT Equipment budget for your home working setup.
• Amazing team: Collaborate with a truly exceptional team—seriously, we’re awesome!