Crypto Partnership Intern (Summer 2027)

Rainfall Ventures; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation package

Lifestyle wallet

Access to AI tools

Paid time off & holidays

Catered meals & commuter benefits

Job summary

Robinhood is building the future of finance in New York. The Crypto Partnerships Intern will support identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic partnerships across the crypto landscape, with deep dives into market research, competitor movements, and ecosystem relationships.

This role is based in our New York office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. You’ll collaborate with product, engineering, and legal teams to translate technical and strategic implications

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027/Summer 2028.
• Strong interest in cryptocurrency and a working knowledge of blockchain fundamentals, DeFi mechanics, and current market trends.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear business recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to navigate an environment where priorities shift and new problems emerge quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating potential integrations with crypto infrastructure providers, major wallets (like Phantom or Metamask), decentralized applications, and institutional companies
• Support the day-to-day management of existing vendor contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and co-marketing campaigns
• Partner with product, engineering, and legal teams to synthesize the technical, financial, and strategic implications of new partnerships
• Find creative ways to leverage AI to accelerate our ability to identify, deliver, and support partnerships

Skills

Crypto interest

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate program (expected graduation Winter 2027/Summer 2028)

Job description

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

The Crypto Partnerships team’s mission is to expand Robinhood's footprint in the Web3 ecosystem by forging strategic alliances with leading companies, builders, and infrastructure providers. We aim to unlock new utility, lower costs, and build a more accessible decentralized financial system for our customers.

As a Crypto Partnerships Intern, you will support the team in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic partnerships across the crypto landscape. You will dive deep into market research, analyze competitor movements, and help manage relationships with key ecosystem players to drive growth on Robinhood Chain and our broader crypto platforms.

This role is based in our New York, NY office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do

• Assist in evaluating potential integrations with crypto infrastructure providers, major wallets (like Phantom or Metamask), decentralized applications, and institutional companies
• Support the day-to-day management of existing vendor contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and co-marketing campaigns
• Partner with product, engineering, and legal teams to synthesize the technical, financial, and strategic implications of new partnerships
• Find creative ways to leverage AI to accelerate our ability to identify, deliver, and support partnerships

What you bring

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027/Summer 2028
• Strong interest in cryptocurrency and a working knowledge of blockchain fundamentals, DeFi mechanics, and current market trends
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear business recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to navigate an environment where priorities shift and new problems emerge quickly

What we offer

• Market competitive compensation structure
• Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more
• Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not
• Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time
• Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo‑specific commuter benefits

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected hourly range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)

$33 — $33 USD

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

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