Entry Level Seo Specialist Jobs
New grad seo specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of sample audits or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Manufacturing, Energy, and Insurance, with employers like Vivint, Insurify, and Melaleuca hiring at this level now.
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Position Summary & Requirements
Researches and develops strategies and content for client SEO campaigns. Stays apprised of current industry standards and techniques to ensure effective content that achieves the organization's goals.
- As part of a cross-functional digital media team, collaborate with supporting team members across the company to assign content that supports multi-channel media campaigns.
- Assign product and promotional copy for all websites and online marketing efforts including repurposed content and original writing.
- Ensure editorial content is written and presented in a format that meets web usability standards, SEO best practices and is consistent with brand standards and guidelines.
- Uphold internet content policies/standards and provide primary governance for all internet content.
- Use web analytics data to expand content important to website visitors, prioritize most highly visited content and remove/archive unused or outdated content.
- Improve digital marketing initiatives & content management using creative content writing, search engine friendly copywriting, proofreading and editing.
- Coordinate between various team members for task inputs and suggestions to ensure timely completion of assignments.
- Assign marketing/web content following the guidelines set by the company.
- Proof existing sites/articles at times.
- Provide support in assigning writing and maintaining website content for the company Intranet when needed.
- Assist with other marketing projects as needed.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks.
Experience and skills required:
- Understanding of professional website content and SEO optimized copy.
- Knowledge of SEO related software.
- Knowledge of AI standards is preferred.
- Ability to work as a team with designers, programmers, and managers.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Ability to understand compelling copy while maintaining brand messaging, persuasiveness and readability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- 2-4 years SEO experience.
- Energetic team player, who brings creativity to the table, but thrives in a collaborative environment where many people contribute to the overall success of projects.
- A willingness to stay informed about the latest tech trends.
- An understanding of keywords and meta tags, web page titles, meta tag descriptions, alt tags for images etc.
- Knowledge of web usability and SEO standards and practices.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Location:
- Peoria, IL 61602 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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- Melaleuca1

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- Insurance1
- Automotive1
- Distribution & Wholesale1
Entry Level Seo Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level seo specialist job?
Build a portfolio before you apply: run a site audit on a personal project, document keyword research in a case study, or show before-and-after results from an internship. Employers at this level look for familiarity with tools like Google Search Console and Analytics, basic on-page and technical knowledge, and the ability to explain your reasoning. A bootcamp certificate or self-taught project can substitute for a degree in many postings.
Which companies hire entry level seo specialists?
Companies hiring entry level seo specialists right now include Vivint, Insurify, and Melaleuca, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Digital agencies and in-house marketing teams at e-commerce and media brands tend to post the most junior seo roles because they need hands-on practitioners rather than strategists.
Are there remote entry level seo specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 33% of entry level seo specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which means new graduates are not limited to applying in their immediate metro area. Many agencies in particular default to flexible arrangements for seo roles.
Are these new grad seo specialist jobs?
Yes. This page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior seo specialist roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or freelance work as a credential, or asks for a portfolio rather than a long employment history. Look for titles that include junior, associate, or coordinator alongside seo specialist.
Which industries hire the most entry level seo specialists?
Entry Level seo specialist roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Energy, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on organic search traffic for customer acquisition and need junior practitioners who can execute content optimization and technical audits at scale.