Volunteer Internship – UX/UI Developer

Join Biome Innovation Pty Ltd — Build, Improve & Innovate! 🧬

Biome Innovation is an Australian biotechnology startup developing innovative gut microbiome testing solutions and AI-powered digital platforms. As we prepare for commercial expansion, we’re looking for a creative and motivated UI/UX Developer with expertise or a strong interest in SEO, e-commerce and business automation to help improve our website and strengthen our digital infrastructure.

Internship Details

• Position: UI/UX Developer – SEO, E-commerce & Automation
• Engagement: Volunteer internship opportunity (Unpaid)
• Duration: 3 months
• Commitment: 2–3 days per week
• Work arrangement: Hybrid (remote and in-person)
• Location: Sydney, NSW
• Suitable for: Final Year-University students, Recent graduates (Valid visa & work rights in Australia, Permanent residents &Citizen)

Responsibilities

• UI/UX & Website Development: Improve website design, user experience, navigation, responsiveness and overall performance.
• SEO & Digital Visibility: Optimise website content, technical SEO, search rankings and organic traffic.
• E-commerce Setup: Improve our online store, product pages, checkout experience, payment integration and customer journey.
• Automation & AI Integration: Identify opportunities to automate business workflows, customer communications, order processing and reporting.
• Inventory Management: Help establish inventory tracking, stock management and order fulfilment workflows.
• Digital Platform Optimisation: Integrate tools and systems to create a more efficient, scalable digital business.
• IT & Technical Support: Assist with website maintenance, software integration and digital systems setup.

Qualifications & Eligibility

• Final-year university students or recent graduates in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Development, Digital Media or a related field.
• An interest in UI/UX design, website development, SEO, e-commerce and business automation.
• Basic knowledge of relevant tools and platforms is desirable.
• A portfolio, university project or previous practical experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience improving a real business website and digital platform.
• Exposure to e-commerce operations, SEO strategy and business automation.
• Opportunities to build your portfolio through practical projects.
• Experience working in an Australian biotechnology startup.
• Flexible, project-based collaboration with opportunities to develop your technical and professional skills.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a short introduction explaining your interest in the role.

Note: This is an unpaid volunteer internship committed for 2/3 days in a week on Hybrid work arrangement for 3 months, intended for learning, professional development and practical industry experience, subject to applicable Australian workplace requirements.