Research Intern

Summary

Join the Ethereum Foundation's summer 2025 internship program and contribute to cutting-edge research in blockchain systems, distributed systems, crypto-economics, and mechanism design. Work closely with Ethereum Foundation researchers and collaborators on both foundational and applied research challenges. Share your findings through various channels, including ethresear.ch and academic publications. Interns can choose between remote work or working in EF offices in Boulder (USA) or Berlin (Germany), with a mandatory in-person cohort meetup in the summer. The internship is 12 weeks long. The program offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Ethereum.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an advanced program studying a relevant field such as computer science, cryptography, mathematics, or economics. Exceptional undergraduate students and second-career applicants will also be considered
• Have a deep interest in Ethereum, blockchains, and decentralized technologies
• Have experience with bleeding edge research and publishing in peer-reviewed venues

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in areas relevant to Ethereum and decentralized technologies
• Collaborate with Ethereum Foundation researchers and contributors to address pressing technical and conceptual challenges
• Contribute to public-facing materials, such as blog posts, white papers, and technical reports, to share research outcomes
• Engage with the broader research community through discussions, seminars, and collaborations

Benefits

• $8,000 - $8,000 a month
• Remote work option