Research Intern, Summer 2027

Category Labs

. Conduct novel, rigorous research in mechanism design, cryptoeconomics, distributed systems, programming languages, cryptography, governance, and related areas .

Posted 11/7/2026internshipNew York City • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $4,500 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in decentralized systems and cryptoeconomics, with a strong ability to conduct rigorous research and communicate complex ideas effectively. Proven track record in collaborating with engineering teams to develop prototypes and design experiments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD Program EnrollmentDecentralized Systems KnowledgeResearch Publication ExperienceClear Communication SkillsCollaborative Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Mechanism DesignCryptoeconomicsDistributed SystemsProgramming LanguagesCryptographyGovernanceResearch MethodologySimulation DesignExperiment DesignTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationSelf-MotivatedAdaptableCollaborativeInnovative Thinking

Industry Keywords

Technical PublicationsPeer-Reviewed PapersIndependent Research ProjectsResearch VisionComplex Idea Explanation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct novel, rigorous research in mechanism design, cryptoeconomics, distributed systems, programming languages, cryptography, governance, and related areas
Contribute to technical publications, including peer-reviewed papers, blog posts, and white papers
Partner with engineering to build prototypes, run simulations, and design experiments
Engage with team members and visiting researchers to refine ideas and share insights
Propose and pursue independent research projects
Potentially continue into part-time employment or future collaborations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in computer science, economics, mathematics, the social sciences, or a related field
Exceptional master’s and undergraduate students will also be considered
Foundational knowledge of decentralized systems
Passion for decentralized systems
Clear communication and ability to explain complex ideas simply
Clear research vision and drive to pursue innovative ideas
Collaborative, self-motivated, and adaptable
Ability to tackle hard problems and learn new concepts quickly
Current status and location must be provided for visa/work authorization discussions

Benefits

Comp & perks

$500 per week housing stipend or corporate housing
Competitive pay
Internship may be extended into part-time employment
Potential for future collaborations
Opportunity to learn from researchers, engineers, and fellow interns
Open-source and public GitHub work environment
Visa and work authorization support considered case-by-case