About the role
About iBlack
iBlack is an early stage startup with a mission to become the leading lifestyle portal for black America. We host up to 30 unique lifestyle events per month such as formal events, tastings, "learn how to" classes, nightlife tours and parties, seminars, guided tours, online trainings, and special events like New Year's Eve and other holiday parties. The work is a lot of fun, very social, and is an ideal experience for people with entrepreneurial aspirations. We are looking for people who are reliable, have excellent social skills, are well organized with great communication and collaboration skills.
Role
We are seeking an intern to help design and maintain the company Word Press website which markets 20–30 events per month and the online community built around these events. Types of projects may include website design, website maintenance such as updating events and other website content, and overseeing third‑party script integration. The position also requires maintaining and editing Word Press themes and plugins. Candidates must have web design experience and be knowledgeable and experienced with HTML and PHP coding and comfortable working in a virtual office environment. Interns need to be flexible concerning daily tasks and be able to adapt to rapidly changing projects. In addition, applicants must be well organized with excellent communication skills, be creative and driven to help make this startup business a success. We are looking for entrepreneurial, highly motivated, and coach‑able individuals with goals beyond just having a job.
Culture
Our culture is very laid back. Think Silicon Valley start‑up. Our company is fast‑paced, exciting and we highly value creative thinking and initiative. You will have access to internal company technology and resources necessary to be successful in a virtual office environment.
Opportunity
This is an unpaid internship, however the interns selected have the opportunity for high‑level full‑time employment and the ability to receive company stock options upon completing certain initiatives. This is an extremely unique opportunity for a group of very motivated individuals to create a business with the help of experienced entrepreneurs. The experiences gained from this position will be unparalleled and invaluable and will set each of these individuals up to be incredibly financially successful.
Responsibilities
- Web design and maintenance of company website
- Web design and maintenance of community social networking site
- Overseeing third‑party script integration
- Maintaining and editing of multiple Word Press themes and plugins
- Establish milestones, goals and track progress
- Generate reports on project status
- Work with other teams to solicit input and execute necessary action items
Qualifications
- Must be well‑versed in Word Press and have working knowledge of Buddy Press
- Proficient in HTML, PHP, and CSS
- Basic knowledge of Ajax, HTML5, App, Widget, and other coding languages is a plus
- Must have a passion for the creative development process
- Strong listening skills and the ability to be open to new ideas from team members, coworkers, industry sources and clients
- Ability to manage several projects with keen attention to detail and process
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Possess creativity, energy, and boundless ideas
- Must be knowledgeable and experienced with technology and comfortable working in a virtual office environment
- Studying for or recently graduated with a degree in IT/Computer Science preferred
- Strong analytical skills, excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills, excellent oral and written communication skills
Additional Information
Candidates will spend 3–6 months working on the business development aspects of our startup business. Required 10–15 hours per week. Candidates are not required to work between normal hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) except for specific reasons such as a planned meeting. Candidates will be required to track their time and company activities. We provide our interns with useful feedback regarding their performance throughout their internship.
It is the policy of iBlack to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, religion, religious affiliation, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. We look forward to receiving your application. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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