James Hardie · 7 hours ago
Digital Marketing/SEO Intern - Chicago, IL - AZEK
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, and they are seeking a Digital Marketing/SEO Intern. This internship offers hands-on experience with core SEO tools and techniques, allowing the intern to work closely with experienced professionals on diverse projects that impact the business.
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Responsibilities
Work with team members on diverse projects and tasks
Perform research and analysis to aid project objectives
Create reports, presentations, and necessary documentation
Engage in team meetings and share ideas
Learn and implement industry best practices and company standards
Conduct competitor analysis and keyword gap analysis of top brands in the manufacturing - outdoor living and exteriors industries
Aid with SEO performance reporting (learn what KPIs are important for high-level dashboards, how to conduct a monthly performance report and communicate it to stakeholders, and what indicators require further research)
Contribute to blog topic discovery and learn how SEO contributes to content creation and optimization across marketing teams
Provide SEO recommendations for top conversion pages
Attend meetings, meet team members, and learn how SEO contributes to the broader organization’s goals
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028 (rising junior or rising senior)
Demonstrated strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0
Must be available to work full-time for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026
Must have reliable transportation to and from the work location
Must be authorized to work in the US
Preferred
Basic knowledge of SEO: Understanding search engine fundamentals and how content is optimized
Basic understanding of websites and the digital landscape: Familiarity with how websites function, common platforms, and digital trends
Curiosity: A natural drive to explore new ideas, tools, and industry developments
Attention to detail: Ability to spot inconsistencies, ensure accuracy, and maintain high-quality work
Analytical mindset: Comfort interpreting data, identifying patterns, and drawing insights
Willingness to learn: Openness to feedback, new skills, and evolving responsibilities
Strong communication skills: Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication
Benefits
Full-time work experience and competitive pay
Meaningful projects
Mentorship and guidance
Feedback and evaluation
Company culture
Networking opportunities and skill development
Company
James Hardie
James Hardie Industries plc is a manufacturer of fiber cement products and systems for internal and external building construction
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.2B2025-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.7B
2025-05-30Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2001-11-02IPO
Recent News
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