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Data Engineer Intern

Coinbase
Location
Hybrid - San Francisco, CA
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Internships & Emerging Talent Positions
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Completed or in-progress coursework in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated programming proficiency in Python, including data structures and algorithms
  • Hands-on experience writing SQL for data analysis
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Exposure to software architecture concepts such as microservices, distributed systems, or cloud-native design
Nice to have
  • Demonstrated interest in AI, LLMs, or API integrations
  • Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight
What the job really is

As a Data Engineer Intern at Coinbase, you will work within the Platform product group to build and maintain data pipelines that support analytics and machine learning. Your role involves collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accessibility, while also contributing to the development of scalable data infrastructure using Python and cloud technologies. This internship will provide hands-on experience in data engineering best practices and exposure to various data sources and systems.

Benefits
  • Hourly Rate: $50 USD
  • Hybrid work environment with quarterly in-person sessions
Things to weigh
  • Internship duration is only 12 weeks
  • High-pressure work environment may not suit everyone
  • No specific mention of mentorship or training opportunities
Job score2.8/5
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Freshness5/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
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