Protocol Consensus Intern - Remote

Overview

The Ethereum Foundation (EF) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Ethereum and related technologies, aiming for the long-term success of Ethereum.

In Short

• Internship duration: 12 weeks during summer 2026.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in computer science and blockchain.
• Work closely with Ethereum Foundation researchers and contributors.
• Potential to publish findings in academic venues and share insights.
• Encouraged to work out of an EF office, likely in Berlin.
• Engage in protocol design and theoretical analysis.
• Collaborate with the broader Ethereum ecosystem.
• Conduct original research relevant to Ethereum.
• Contribute to public-facing materials like blog posts and technical reports.
• Engage with the research community through discussions and seminars.

Requirements

• Current university enrollment in computer science, cryptography, mathematics, or economics.
• Recent graduates (~1 year) may also be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of permissionless BFT consensus protocols.
• Familiarity with Dynamically Available protocols.
• Familiarity with LMD-GHOST and Casper-FFG.
• Some Python experience; familiarity with Go/Rust is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment.
• Gain hands-on experience in blockchain technology.
• Network with professionals in the Ethereum ecosystem.
• Potential for future career opportunities in blockchain.
• Participate in an in-person cohort meetup in the summer.