Strategic Internship - NYC

Position: 2026 Strategic Opportunities Internship - NYC
About the Galaxy Summer Internship Program:

The Galaxy NYC Summer Internship Program is an immersive and exciting, nine-week experience taking place on-site in our New York HQ office. During the nine weeks, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on, practical work experience on our Strategic Opportunities team. In addition to learning on the job, Galaxy interns participate in professional development programming, fun social events, and networking opportunities with senior leaders.

Program Dates:
June 8th - August 7th, 2026

What You'll Do:

* Become one of Galaxy's technical experts on blockchain infrastructure and assist in managing a proprietary trading book driven by blockchain infrastructure activities

* Build ecosystem relationships across all digital asset counter parties, including L1, L2, and MEV communities, custodians, financial institutions, Foundations, DeFi protocols, infrastructure providers and more

* Support the development of a blockchain infrastructure-focused operating business with a full suite of products, with a focus on expanding, enhancing, and improving processes

* Learn about financial products associated with blockchain infrastructure services and assist in tactical Galaxy-wide "special situations" (across derivatives, credit, asset management, etc.)

* Support deal flow end-to-end including sourcing, modeling, structuring, validation, risk assessment, and strategy execution

* Participate in the overall business development of the company by cross selling Galaxy's services to various cryptocurrency projects, supporting Galaxy's holistic approach to partnerships

What We're Looking For:

* General knowledge of the cryptocurrency ecosystem

* Critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset

* Strong emotional intelligence and a comfort level communicating with others

* Ability to multi-task quickly and efficiently

* Proactive and entrepreneurial spirit

Eligibility Requirements:

* Undergraduate or master's students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027

* Eligible master's students must have fewer than two years of relevant, full-time work experience

* Students enrolled in PhD, MBA, or JD programs are not eligible to apply.

Interns are classified as non-exempt employees and will be paid a rate of $55/hr.

Here are some of the industry-leading benefits of interning at Galaxy:

* Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry

* Free daily snacks and weekly lunches

* Smart, entrepreneurial and fun colleagues

* Employee Resource Groups

* Benefits may vary based on location.