Web Development Intern
Job description
About SlapStik Comedy Entertainment
SlapStik Comedy Entertainment is a comedy media company based in Columbus, Ohio. We publish SlapStik Comedy Magazine and produce digital content across social media, YouTube, and our website. We are building a multi platform comedy brand and are looking for a reliable web development intern to help keep our website organized, updated, and running smoothly.
Position overview
This internship supports website updates, blog publishing, basic web maintenance, and digital content organization for comedyslaps.com. You will help make sure website pages, blog posts, links, images, videos, and other content are updated and displayed correctly. This role is ideal for a student interested in web development, digital media, WordPress, and building real world experience with a growing entertainment brand.
Internship details
Unpaid internship
10 hours per week
Weekly team meeting required every Sunday from 12P EST to 12:30P EST, except holidays
Web development meeting required every Wednesday at 12P EST
Remote friendly
Responsibilities
Update and maintain comedyslaps.com including basic page edits, uploads, corrections, and content updates
Publish and format blog posts with categories, tags, images, links, and proper layout
Assist with website updates for SlapStik Comedy Magazine, events, videos, sponsor information, and company content
Ensure links, buttons, embeds, images, videos, and media display correctly across the website
Help organize website content so pages are easy to navigate and information stays current
Assist with basic WordPress updates, plugin checks, page formatting, and troubleshooting when needed
Track website updates, issues, and completed tasks in a simple project or content log
Bring website needs, errors, or suggested improvements to the weekly meeting with clear notes
Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow brand and website guidelines
Comfortable working in WordPress or willing to learn quickly
Basic understanding of website updates, formatting, links, images, and digital content organization
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus
Strong communication skills and dependable follow through
Able to work independently and manage time within a 10 hour per week schedule
Must be able to attend the required Sunday team meeting and Wednesday web development meeting
What you will gain
Real world experience supporting and maintaining a website for a growing media brand
Portfolio building work across web pages, blog posts, digital magazine content, and event updates
Experience working with a creative team and learning how a comedy media platform operates
Hands on experience with WordPress and website content management
Recommendation based on performance and consistency
How to apply
Apply through Handshake and include a short note about your experience with website updates, WordPress, web development, blogging, or digital content. If available, include links to any relevant work such as a portfolio, website projects, GitHub, class projects, or other digital work samples.