Internship

Policy Intern

Posted on 12/7/2024

Coinbase

Coinbase

5,001-10,000 employees

Digital currency wallet and transaction platform

Fintech
Crypto & Web3

Compensation Overview

$40Hourly

+ Bonus + Benefits

Remote in USA

Position is fully remote.

Category
Legal Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Public Policy

You match the following Coinbase's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
  • Strong research and writing skills.
  • Exceptional judgment and discretion.
  • Interest in and knowledge of public policy, including laws, government systems, and financial regulation.
  • Self-starter with the ability to learn in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
  • Able to think critically and come up with creative solutions.
  • Excellent project management skills as necessary to assist various different teams within the Policy group.
Responsibilities
  • Work on a variety of different projects to support our U.S. or International Policy efforts, including stakeholder engagement, government outreach, regulatory affairs, and internal operations.
  • Provide support on key deliverables, including drafting, proofreading, data compilation, and other support functions necessary to accomplish critical policy projects.
  • Draft materials for the Policy team, including short and long-form articles, talking points, social media posts, white papers, and presentation materials.
  • Conduct research that reflects the Policy team’s priorities and contributes to critical policy outcomes.
  • Distill and share the Policy team’s perspective internally on key issues.
Desired Qualifications
  • Currently pursuing a degree or certificate in a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience or interest in public policy work is a plus.
  • Interest in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency is a plus.

Coinbase provides a platform for buying, selling, and storing digital currencies like bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin. Users can create a digital wallet to manage their cryptocurrency transactions easily. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, making it accessible for both merchants and consumers. Unlike many competitors, Coinbase focuses on building trust with its users through reliable services and a straightforward interface. The company's goal is to create an open financial system that promotes innovation and equal opportunities in the digital currency space.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$616.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • BTC-collateralized loans attract a broader audience, enhancing user retention.
  • Coinbase's Base L2 market share growth strengthens its position in NFT and DeFi sectors.
  • Partnership with Morpho improves competitive edge in crypto lending market.

What critics are saying

  • Bitcoin-collateralized loans expose Coinbase to financial risk from Bitcoin's volatility.
  • Delays in Solana transactions harm Coinbase's reputation and customer trust.
  • Political donations may attract backlash, impacting Coinbase's public image.

What makes Coinbase unique

  • Coinbase offers a user-friendly platform for digital currency transactions.
  • The company provides BTC-collateralized loans, expanding its financial product offerings.
  • Coinbase's acquisition of Spindl enhances its on-chain advertising capabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

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