Description:

Brave is offering summer internships for Ph.D.-level students focused on security and privacy.
Interns will work on innovative technologies that enhance web safety, speed, and privacy for millions globally.
The mission includes transforming online advertising practices.
Interns will tackle challenging problems by developing software intended for a wide audience.
The internships are connected to advanced academic research and involve collaboration with various academic groups.
Interns will be paired with a mentor and work within a larger team at Brave.
Positions are available in both the US and Europe, starting in June 2025 and lasting for three months, with some flexibility for exceptional candidates.
Interest areas include privacy-preserving machine learning, verifiable data collection, cryptography, anti-fraud systems, and web privacy.

Requirements:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program.
A strong interest in security and privacy topics is essential.
Applicants should be prepared to solve complex problems and develop impactful software.
Experience or knowledge in areas such as differential privacy, cryptography, and reputation systems is preferred.
Candidates should be able to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

Interns will receive a competitive salary of $7,000 per month or equivalent.
Brave offers generous home-office stipends to support remote work.
The company promotes a fully remote work culture, eliminating the need for commuting.
Interns will join a welcoming and intelligent team with a flat organizational structure.
There is an opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing company and influence the future of the web.