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Sales Intern

Coinbase
Location
Hybrid - New York, NY
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Institutional Sales, Trading, and Prime Services
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently in your junior year of an undergraduate program (rising senior in summer 2026) with demonstrated academic achievement
  • Knowledge of the crypto/blockchain industry and familiarity with financial markets
  • Experience with crypto ecosystems (e.g., self-custody, DeFi, staking, trading)
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear, structured written deliverables such as research summaries, presentations, or market analysis
  • Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs
What the job really is

As a Sales Intern at Coinbase, you will engage in a 12-week program rotating through various functions within the Institutional Sales, Trading, and Prime Services team. Your responsibilities will include analyzing market trends, creating client presentations, managing inbound sales leads, and proposing process improvements to enhance the business. This role offers a unique opportunity to understand institutional client needs and contribute to building relationships through exceptional service.

Benefits
  • Hourly Rate: $40 USD
Things to weigh
  • Internship duration is limited to 12 weeks in summer 2026
  • The work environment is described as intense and high-pressure
  • No specific mention of additional benefits or perks beyond hourly pay
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