About the role#
Category Labs is hiring Research Interns for Summer 2027 to work on decentralized technology. You will join a team of engineers and researchers focused on building high-performance blockchain solutions. This role provides an opportunity to conduct advanced research and contribute to the development of our core software. You will work as an independent peer alongside our team and visiting researchers.
What you'll do#
- Conduct rigorous research on topics such as mechanism design, cryptoeconomics, distributed systems, programming languages, cryptography, and governance.
- Write technical publications, including blog posts, white papers, and peer-reviewed papers.
- Partner with the engineering team to build prototypes, run simulations, and design experiments to test your models and assumptions.
- Engage with team members to refine ideas and share findings from your work.
- Propose your own research projects that align with our mission.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD program in computer science, economics, mathematics, or social sciences. Exceptional master's and undergraduate students are also considered.
- Foundational knowledge in decentralized systems.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and simply.
- A clear research vision and the drive to pursue innovative ideas.
- A collaborative, self-motivated, and adaptable mindset.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (roughly 12 weeks between May 17 and August 30).
- Compensation: $4,500 per week, plus a $500 per week housing stipend or corporate housing.
- Visa sponsorship is available on a case-by-case basis.
About Category Labs
Category Labs is a software development company based in New York. Founded in 2022, the firm employs between 51 and 200 people. Its engineers and researchers build decentralized technology and blockchain infrastructure. The company focuses on database systems, consensus mechanisms, and compilers for EVM bytecode.
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