Geth Intern - Remote

About the Role

Join the Ethereum Foundation as a Geth Intern - Remote, where you will contribute to groundbreaking research in the blockchain space. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work on the Ethereum execution-layer client, Geth, and engage with leading experts in decentralized technologies.

What You'll Do

• Engage in original research relevant to Ethereum and decentralized technologies.
• Collaborate with Ethereum Foundation researchers and contributors to advance the Ethereum ecosystem.
• Contribute to public-facing materials such as blog posts and technical reports.
• Participate in discussions, seminars, and collaborations with the research community.
• Work closely with the go-ethereum team on Geth, enhancing your understanding of the Ethereum protocol.
• Share your findings through academic publications or conference submissions.
• Attend an in-person cohort meetup in the summer for networking and collaboration.

Requirements

• Current university enrollment in computer science, cryptography, mathematics, or economics.
• Demonstrated interest in Ethereum and decentralized technologies.
• Understanding of the Ethereum protocol and its architecture.
• Previous contributions to Go codebases are a plus.
• Database knowledge, ideally with leveldb or pebbledb.
• Familiarity with peer-to-peer networking.
• Very recent graduates (~1 year) may also be considered.

Nice to Have

• Experience with blockchain technologies beyond Ethereum.
• Knowledge of smart contract development.
• Familiarity with cryptographic principles.

What We Offer

• Gain hands-on experience in blockchain research.
• Work closely with experts in the Ethereum ecosystem.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the future of decentralized technologies.
• Networking opportunities within the blockchain community.
• Potential for future collaboration or employment with the Ethereum Foundation.