Wordpress Developer Intern at BrandCurb in Toronto, Ontario, CA

Company Description

BrandCurb is a unified communications platform that empowers business owners and promotes business growth through services that strengthen brand identity and sustainably promote online presence to increase engagement. We offer services to help small business enterprises from branding, and website development, to digital marketing—and everything else digital in between.

Job Description

We seek a motivated and passionate WordPress Developer Intern to join our team. In this role, you will support our web development team in designing and maintaining WordPress-based websites and applications. You will work closely with our team to create engaging and user-friendly online experiences while adhering to industry best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the web development team to design, develop, and maintain WordPress-based websites and applications.
• Assist in building custom themes and plugins using HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript/jQuery.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of websites and applications to ensure optimal performance, cross-browser compatibility, and responsiveness.
• Assist in website content management, including uploading and formatting content, optimizing images, and ensuring SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with designers, content creators, and other team members to ensure a cohesive and visually appealing website design.
• Stay updated with the latest WordPress trends, technologies, and best practices, and provide recommendations to enhance website functionality and user experience.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to WordPress websites.
• Perform website maintenance tasks, including updates, backups, and security checks.
• Assist in managing and tracking project timelines and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field.
• Basic web development concepts and technologies, including HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript/jQuery.
• Familiarity with WordPress CMS and its ecosystem, including themes, plugins, and customizations.
• Experience with responsive web design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work within established timelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and grow in web development.
• A portfolio or examples of past WordPress projects or websites is a plus.

Additional Information

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

We look forward to reviewing your application!