Career Opportunities and Programs

Web Development and Design Intern

THE POSITION 

We are looking for a Web Development and Design Intern to shape and improve the customer experience across our website. You will create site content, design mobile-first landing pages, and optimize site performance to improve conversion. This is a hands-on role where your ideas and output will make a real impact. 

• Commitment: Part-time (exact hours to be discussed) 
• Format: Remote
• Duration: 160 hours
• Compensation: $18.47/hr (LA County subsidy)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

• Connect classroom knowledge with real business planning, execution and evaluation 
• Learn business practices and professional norms at a growth-stage consumer goods company 
• Build confidence working through business problems that require communication, critical thinking, and collaboration 
• Understand how company objectives drive decision making and priorities 
• Strengthen communication skills through collaborative discussion, regular updates, and constructive feedback 
• Build practical experience managing and creating content on a Shopify website 
• Learn how landing pages are planned, designed and improved for specific customer segments 
• Understand how UI/UX, messaging and page structure affect conversion rates 
• Gain experience using analytics tools to identify website performance and user behavior insights

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• Manage and update content across Shopify website 
• Design and build high-converting landing pages for target customer segments 
• Maintain a consistent look and feel across product, collection and landing pages 
• Review website performance and user behavior using tools such as Microsoft Clarity, Google Analytics and Shopify analytics 
• Identify opportunities to improve UI/UX, site clarity and conversion rates 
• Support the design and setup of Klaviyo email flows 
• Prepare and upload visual assets following best practices for quality and load speed 
• Support basic SEO best practices including page titles, meta descriptions, image alt text and on-page content structure 
• Assist with product page updates, backend content entry and site organization

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

• A curious, organized and dependable self-starter 
• Strong work ethic, careful attention to detail, and solid communication skills 
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset 
• Strong visual storytelling and layout instincts 
• Creative mindset with an interest in branding and user experience

NICE TO HAVE (BUT NOT REQUIRED) 

• A portfolio of design work (school work is fine) 
• Experience using a website content management system 
• Familiarity with basic HTML/CSS or image editing tools 
• Basic understanding of marketing concepts and e-commerce metrics 
• Interest in e-commerce, marketing, branding and/or entrepreneurship
• Familiarity with any of the following tools: 
• Google Workspace: Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Meet, Calendar 
• E-commerce: Shopify, Microsoft Clarity, Klaviyo, Meta Business Suite, Google Merchant Center, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Keyword Planner 
• Creative: Canva, Figma, CapCut, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere or similar 
• Al: Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini or similar 
• Social Media: Instagram, Linkedin, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit 
• Project Management: Asana, Trello or similar 

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN 

• A portfolio of completed work 
• Hands-on experience contributing to projects with measurable, meaningful impact 
• The opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios 
• Direct mentorship from the founder of a growth-stage company 
• Training and orientation shaped from hosting over 25 interns 
• Positive, constructive feedback to help you grow professionally 
• An intern-exclusive discount on Agency products 

PHILANTHROPY 

We partner with Laguna Canyon Foundation, a local non-profit that leads conservation, trail maintenance and protection of the South Coast Wilderness. Every quarter, we volunteer as a team to support trail maintenance, beach cleanup or other local causes. 

A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD 

We believe in equal opportunity for all, and strive to provide an inclusive and welcoming workplace without discrimination. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. You'll be evaluated based on your character and what you bring to the table. 

About the employer 

Agency Other Industries 

We design bags that combine everyday style, rugged protection, and modular design. Agency gear bridges the gap between everyday and the outdoors to give you options. Our mission is to empower an active life of your own design. We were inspired while studying abroad in Tokyo. Our bags were bulky, unequipped for the rain, and not stylish. That friction made it difficult to live life on our own terms. We believed there had to be a better way, so we designed our own. Since our June 2023 crowdfunding launch, we've grown our direct-to-consumer sales, expanded our product lineup, and kicked off a partnership with the national retailer REI. Learn more about us at choose-agency.com.

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LA County Subsidy Eligible Position Information 

Subsidy roles require students to have an LA County based address, and be between the ages of 18-24 years old. Once you are placed in a subsidy eligible position you will be required to present the following documents to processed in a Youth Center (AJCC):

• Identification (School or State ID).
• Social Security Card (Please ensure that it is signed).
• Birth Certificate.
• Proof of Los Angeles County Residency, including a postmarked date (Report Card, Transcripts, or any mail that is under the applicant’s name).
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination OR valid medical/religious exemption.
• The Youth Center (AJCC) will be paying you for 160 completed hours.
• You will be required to submit timesheets to your youth center (AJCC) to be paid for your time worked.

NOTE: IF YOU WERE ALREADY PLACED IN A SUBSIDY ELIGIBLE POSITION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO QUALIFY FOR ANOTHER SUBSIDY ELIGIBLE POSITION UNTIL JULY 1ST.

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Have More Questions? Email us at internships@la-tech.org