IT Blockchain Intern

Summary

UMB Bank is seeking an IT Blockchain Intern to support research and development activities related to blockchain and digital asset initiatives. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate use cases and assist in the preparation of strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and develop on blockchain platforms, digital assets, tokenization, smart contracts and broader distributed ledger technology trends
• Support the assessment/development of potential blockchain use cases by analyzing business value, operational considerations and implementation challenges
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, document business needs and support initiative planning
• Analyze market activity, competitive developments and industry trends across financial services, payments and digital asset ecosystems
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations and executive-ready materials summarizing research findings, recommendations and project updates
• Support the creation of business cases, process documentation and value assessments for emerging technology initiatives
• Participate in proof-of-concept, pilot or exploratory efforts related to blockchain-enabled solutions
• Help monitor relevant regulatory, operational and technology developments that may influence blockchain or digital asset strategy
• Contribute documentation of workflows, requirements, risks and key considerations for potential implementations

Skills

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics or a related field
• Demonstrated interest/experience/developing in blockchain, digital assets, tokenization, fintech or emerging technologies
• Foundational understanding of blockchain concepts, including distributed ledgers, consensus models, smart contracts, wallets and tokenized assets
• Strong analytical, development, research and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate findings into clear insights
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information in a concise and professional manner
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex business problems and drive strategic initiatives
• Relevant coursework, internship or project experience related to blockchain, fintech or digital assets
• Familiarity/experience working with blockchain platforms or tools such as Ethereum, Hyperledger or Solidity
• Exposure to financial services, banking, payments or regulatory environments
• Experience conducting market research, development, data analysis or strategic assessments
• Understanding of agile delivery methods, pilot programs or innovation frameworks
• Technical familiarity with APIs, cloud environments or prototype development

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics or a related field
• Demonstrated interest/experience/developing in blockchain, digital assets, tokenization, fintech or emerging technologies
• Foundational understanding of blockchain concepts, including distributed ledgers, consensus models, smart contracts, wallets and tokenized assets
• Strong analytical, development, research and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate findings into clear insights
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information in a concise and professional manner
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex business problems and drive strategic initiatives

Nice to Haves

• Relevant coursework, internship or project experience related to blockchain, fintech or digital assets
• Familiarity/experience working with blockchain platforms or tools such as Ethereum, Hyperledger or Solidity
• Exposure to financial services, banking, payments or regulatory environments
• Experience conducting market research, development, data analysis or strategic assessments
• Understanding of agile delivery methods, pilot programs or innovation frameworks
• Technical familiarity with APIs, cloud environments or prototype development

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) matching program
• Annual incentive pay
• Paid holidays
• A comprehensive company sponsored benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage
• Health savings
• Flexible spending, and dependent care accounts
• Adoption assistance
• An employee assistance program
• Fitness reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• An associate wellbeing program
• An associate emergency fund
• Various associate banking benefits