SEO Link Builder Intern

Job Type: Full-Time Internship, Leading to Full-Time Job

Location: Remote

This is a full time work from home opportunity. 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM UK Time, with a 1-hour break from Monday to Friday.

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented SEO Link Builder Intern to support the growth of our education websites through ethical, high-quality off-page SEO.

This is an entry-level role for someone who wants to build a serious career in SEO and is interested in learning how high-quality backlinks, digital outreach, content promotion, relationships, and brand authority contribute to long-term organic growth.

You will work closely with the SEO and content teams to research backlink opportunities, identify relevant websites, conduct outreach, support link-earning campaigns, and maintain accurate link-building records.

We do not use paid backlinks, PBNs, spam, automated link schemes, or shortcuts. We believe sustainable SEO is built through relevance, quality, relationships, and genuine value.

The ideal candidate does not need extensive professional experience, but should have a basic understanding of SEO, strong research skills, good written English, attention to detail, and a genuine willingness to learn.

What You'll Learn

• How ethical link building works in modern SEO
• Backlink prospecting and competitor backlink research
• Finding relevant and authoritative websites
• Outreach and relationship-building with publishers, bloggers, and industry websites
• Guest contribution and content promotion strategies
• How to evaluate backlink opportunities and website quality
• Using SEO tools such as Ahrefs and SEMrush
• Understanding Domain Rating (DR), referring domains, organic traffic, relevance, and backlink quality
• Maintaining outreach and backlink databases
• How off-page SEO supports rankings, authority, and organic growth
• Fundamentals of On-Page SEO and Technical SEO
• Emerging SEO practices, AI Search, AEO, GEO, and search visibility across AI platforms

Responsibilities

• Research relevant websites, blogs, publications, organisations, and industry resources for backlink opportunities
• Build and maintain targeted lists of potential link prospects
• Research competitor backlinks and identify useful link-building opportunities
• Evaluate websites based on relevance, authority, organic traffic, content quality, and backlink profile
• Conduct personalised outreach to website owners, editors, bloggers, publishers, and relevant organisations
• Assist with guest contribution and content outreach campaigns
• Support the promotion of useful, link-worthy content and resources
• Identify opportunities for partnerships, collaborations, resource mentions, and digital PR
• Follow up professionally with outreach contacts and maintain communication records
• Maintain accurate link-building and outreach data using Google Sheets, Google Docs, and other tools
• Monitor acquired backlinks and record important details such as URL, anchor text, target page, link status, and website metrics
• Research competitor strategies and industry trends to discover new opportunities
• Support the SEO team with basic On-Page SEO and content recommendations when required
• Collaborate with SEO specialists, content writers, designers, and other team members
• Stay updated with Google algorithm changes, ethical link-building practices, and developments in AI Search
• Learn from campaign results and continuously improve outreach and prospecting approaches

Requirements

• Recent graduate in Marketing, Business, Communications, IT, or a related field
• Basic understanding of SEO and how search engines work
• Genuine interest in Off-Page SEO and link building
• Strong research and online investigation skills
• Good written and verbal English communication
• Ability to write clear, professional, and personalised outreach messages
• Good understanding of relevance, quality, and authority when evaluating websites
• Comfortable working with Google Search, Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Drive
• Basic familiarity with SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, or similar is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain organised records
• Willingness to learn and follow ethical, white-hat SEO practices
• Able to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines

What We Look For Beyond Skills

We're looking for someone who:

• Values quality over quantity and understands that not every backlink is a good backlink
• Does not look for shortcuts, spam, or questionable link-building techniques
• Is honest about what they know and what they are still learning
• Can follow instructions but also think critically and suggest better approaches
• Pays attention to small details when researching websites and recording data
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Takes ownership of assigned work and follows through
• Is comfortable doing repetitive research without compromising accuracy
• Can accept feedback and apply it to improve
• Is genuinely interested in building a long-term career in SEO rather than simply trying SEO temporarily
• Keeps learning as search, Google algorithms, and AI-powered search continue to evolve

Nice to Have

• Personal, academic, or freelance SEO project
• Basic experience with Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, or similar tools
• Experience researching websites and competitors
• Understanding of Domain Rating, Domain Authority, referring domains, and organic traffic
• Experience with email outreach
• Basic understanding of content marketing or Digital PR
• Experience using Google Sheets for tracking and reporting
• Interest in Technical SEO, AEO, GEO, or AI Search
• Experience using AI tools for research, prospecting, or workflow assistance

What We Offer

• Monthly stipend
• Direct mentorship and practical SEO training
• Hands-on experience with real SEO & AEO campaigns and websites
• Access to professional SEO tools such as Ahrefs and SEMrush
• Opportunity to learn from experienced SEO professionals
• Exposure to Off-Page, On-Page, Technical SEO, AEO, GEO, and AI Search
• A structured learning environment focused on practical skills
• Opportunity to build a professional SEO portfolio
• Potential for a full-time position based on performance
• Long-term career growth within the SEO team

HOW TO APPLY:

Please fill the following form to apply:

https://forms.gle/8iqBiKZSVdffR5nF7

Pay: Rs40,000.00 - Rs45,000.00 per month

Work Location: Remote