Protocol Specs & Testing Intern - Remote

Overview

The Ethereum Foundation is seeking an intern to contribute to cutting-edge research in blockchain systems, working closely with researchers and collaborators to address foundational and applied challenges in the Ethereum ecosystem.

In Short

• Internship duration: 12 weeks during summer 2026.
• Opportunity to work remotely or from the EF office in Berlin.
• Contribute to research in computer science, distributed systems, and crypto-economics.
• Collaborate with Ethereum Foundation researchers and contributors.
• Share findings through publications and conference submissions.
• Work on the Ethereum Execution Layer Specification and Testing projects.
• Engage with the research community through discussions and seminars.
• Demonstrated interest in Ethereum and decentralized technologies is required.
• Current university enrollment or recent graduates in relevant fields.
• Experience with Linux and proficiency in Python is essential.

Requirements

• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Proficiency in Python 3.11+ and familiarity with tools like Pytest and Pydantic.
• Foundational knowledge of the Consensus Layer protocol or the EVM.
• Current university enrollment in computer science, cryptography, mathematics, or economics.
• Interest in Ethereum and decentralized technologies.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on innovative projects.
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field.
• Gain experience in the blockchain and decentralized technology space.
• In-person cohort meetup in the summer.
• Contribute to impactful research that shapes the future of Ethereum.