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internshipTax Operations Intern
Coinbase · Hybrid - New York, NY
Coinbase operates a cryptocurrency exchange and related financial services platform that enables users to buy, sell, and manage digital assets. As a Tax Operations Intern on the Finance team, you would support the company's tax provisioning, financial reporting, and compliance activities across its global jurisdictions. Day-to-day tasks likely include preparing balance sheet account reconciliations, maintaining schedules for tax provision, assisting with internal and external audit requests, updating process documentation for recurring tax controllership tasks, and performing ad hoc financial analyses as directed by the Tax Controller. You would work closely with the Tax Controller to ensure internal controls are followed and to help maintain accurate tax accounting in Coinbase's financial statements. The role suits students currently pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field who have strong analytical skills, familiarity with US GAAP (IFRS a plus), the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment, and an interest in learning about the crypto economy and digital assets.
Ready to do the most impactful work of your career? At Coinbase , we are uncompromising on our mission to increase economic freedom. The bar is high, the environment is intense, and we like it that way. This isn't a place for complacency, it’s a place to be pushed past your perceived limits. If you're ready to build the future of finance alongside people who refuse to settle for "good enough," you belong here. Coinbase is a remote-first, but not remote-only company. Expect to get together quarterly for intense in-person working sessions called “surges.” learn more about working at Coinbase . This is a 12-week internship during summer 2027. Join the Tax team within Finance as a Tax Operations Intern and contribute to Coinbase's tax provisioning, financial reporting, and compliance processes. This team ensures Coinbase meets its tax obligations across all operating jurisdictions, providing accurate tax accounting in financial statements and supporting an optimal tax structure. You'll work directly with the Tax Controller and gain hands-on experience with balance sheet reconciliations, internal controls, and audit support in a high-growth crypto environment. What you'll do: Own key tax provisioning and financial reporting tasks, including balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests within your areas of responsibility Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures across all assigned tax controllership processes Build and update process documentation for all recurring tasks to ensure continuity and accuracy Execute ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as assigned by the Tax Controller Required Skills and Experience: Currently pursuing a degree or certificate in accounting, finance, or a related discipline Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities through coursework or prior internship experience Familiarity with US GAAP concepts (IFRS knowledge a plus) Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate work in a fast-moving environment Interest in digital assets and the crypto economy, with willingness to develop domain expertise Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality Position ID: P78092 #LI-Hybrid Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target hourly rate for this position can range as detailed below. Hourly Rate: $40 — $40 USD Application Limit: Candidates may submit a maximum of 3 applications within a 6-month period. Equal Opportunity Employer: Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. US Applicants: View Employee Rights , Know Your Rights , and E-Verify Notice of Participation. Accommodations: If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation, email us your request and contact info at accommodations[at]coinbase.com. Need screen reading technology? Click here to download a free compatible screen reader and view the tutorial . Data Privacy & Arbitration: By submitting your application, you agree to our Candidate Privacy Notice . US applicants: By submitting your application, you agree to Arbitration of Disputes .
| Role | Tax Operations Intern |
|---|---|
| Company | Coinbase |
| Location | Hybrid - New York, NY |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-08 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationApply with your resume and, where asked, a short cover note.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter or hiring manager reviews fit against the role.
- 3InterviewUsually one round — a mix of technical and fit questions.
- 4OfferOffer letter with stipend, duration, and start date.
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