AI & Local Search Research Intern

Lastmile Retail

AI & Local Search Research Intern redefining local visibility for Lastmile Retail using AI techniques and research. Conducting AI research, prompting engineering, and workflow automation to improve local SEO.

Posted 4/22/2026internshipRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $19 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research on how generative AI search engines summarize local business data and identify the "ranking factors" for AI-led local discovery.
Develop and test prompts to generate high-quality, localized FAQs, store descriptions, and social posts while maintaining brand voice and SEO integrity.
Partner with the team to identify repetitive local SEO tasks (e.g., auditing listings or sentiment analysis on reviews) that can be streamlined using AI tools.
Use AI-powered tools to perform deep-dive competitive analysis into how rivals are positioning themselves in local markets.
Work with Google Search Console and Looker Studio to track how AI-driven search changes impact our organic traffic and conversion rates.
Create a "Playbook for AI in Local SEO" based on your summer findings to help the team transition from manual to automated workflows.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a degree program (Marketing, Data Science, Computer Science, or Business).
A strong interest in AI technologies (ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney) and a curiosity about how they intersect with search marketing.
Analytical mindset—you enjoy looking at data to find patterns and opportunities.
Excellent writing and communication skills (necessary for effective prompt engineering).
Self-starter attitude; you are comfortable experimenting with new tools and "learning by doing.
Work Authorization: This role requires physical residency in the US; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support remote work from outside the country.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$18.50+/hour, 32 hours a week
Flexible Schedule

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Hard Skills & Tools

generative AIlocal SEOdata analysisprompt engineeringcompetitive analysisSEO integrityauditing listingssentiment analysisorganic traffic trackingconversion rate analysis

Soft Skills

analytical mindsetexcellent writing skillscommunication skillsself-starter attitudecuriosityteam collaborationexperimentationproblem-solving