Announcing the 2026 EF Internship

The Ethereum Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 paid summer internship program, open globally to students and recent graduates passionate about Ethereum and decentralized technologies.

The 2026 EF Internship is a 12-week, full-time opportunity to work directly with Ethereum Foundation (EF) teams on active research and development projects. Interns can participate remotely or from EF offices, with a summer meetup planned for in-person networking.

Key Highlights

Duration: ~12 weeks during summer 2026, with flexible start/end dates
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
Eligibility: University students or recent graduates with technical knowledge of Ethereum and a passion for open-source and decentralized systems
Location: Remote or EF offices; includes an in-person summer meetup

Why It Matters?

The program is designed to give emerging engineers and researchers hands-on experience contributing to Ethereum’s evolution. This is a unique entry point into Ethereum’s protocol layer, providing mentorship, real-world experience, and a chance to shape the future of decentralized technology.