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U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for nearly 90 years. Our platforms on ------------ include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News and 360 Reviews.

We reach more than 40 million people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our 'Best' series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations including Healthcare of Tomorrow and Healthiest Communities.

We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.

Your role in helping us shape the future:

The Education team's SEO Manager is seeking a data-driven, digital problem-solver eager to crack Google's algorithms and deep-dive into the field of SEO. You are project-focused, analytical and organized while being a creative thinker who thrives 'outside the box'. Helping prospective students and families make the best education decisions is a mission you can get behind.

Job Responsibilities

1. Work with the SEO Manager to implement, audit and report on SEO initiatives.

2. Use analytics and SEO tools to analyze trends and patterns and perform research.

3. Collect and analyze information on competitor sites and pages.

4. Keep up with SEO news and trends.


POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements:

Eligible candidates must be one of the following:
Part-time or full-time students who are rising juniors and seniors and are enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university
Part-time or full-time students enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited college or university
May 2022 graduate (Summer Interns Only)
Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism and maturity in the workplace
Effective communicator in both written and spoken English
Good oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in use of MSOffice Suite and Google Docs
3.0 GPA or above preferred
Preferred Qualifications

1. Have picked up a thing or two related to SEO and you�re hungry for more.

2. Majoring in Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, English, Business or something related and you want to pursue digital marketing.

3. Have experience as a writer/blogger using a content management system (CMS) and/or not afraid of some code.

Summer Intern Program Description:

10 weeks; ideally, starting on Monday, June 6 through Friday, August 12
We expect interns to work 37.5 hours/week, Monday- Friday
What it�s like to work with us:

Talent is our best asset!

We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News� dedication to our consumers.

Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity

Focus on fostering personal and professional growth

Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training

Collaborative Work Environment ~ Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers

Other Job Info:

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

This position will require the successful candidate to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19. As an equal opportunity employer, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.