Business Development - Internship

Title: Off-Cycle Business Development Internship
Location: Singapore
Duration: 6 months

About GSR:

Founded in 2013, GSR is a leading market-making and programmatic trading company in the exciting and fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency trading. With more than 200 employees in 5 countries, we provide billions of dollars of liquidity to cryptocurrency protocols and exchanges on a daily basis. We build long-term relationships with cryptocurrency communities and traditional investors by offering exceptional service, expertise, and trading capabilities tailored to their specific needs.

GSR works with token issuers, traders, investors, miners, and more than 30 cryptocurrency exchanges worldwide. In volatile markets, we are a trusted partner to crypto-native builders and to those exploring the industry for the first time.

Our team of veteran finance and technology executives from Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, and Citadel, among others, has developed one of the world’s most robust trading platforms designed to navigate issues unique to the digital asset markets. We have continuously improved our technology throughout our history, allowing our clients to scale and execute their strategies with the highest level of efficiency.

Working at GSR is an opportunity to be deeply embedded in every major sector of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

Internship Details:

GSR is seeking a motivated and talented individual for a 6-month internship with our Business Development team in Singapore. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, gaining exposure to various aspects of business development in the cryptocurrency and digital asset trading industry. This internship offers high-performing individuals the potential to convert to a full-time position within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Business Development team in identifying new business opportunities, client prospects, and partnerships in the cryptocurrency space.
• Conduct market research and analysis to help the team understand industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, proposals, and reports for client and partner meetings.
• Coordinate and help execute outreach initiatives to build and maintain relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Work on special projects to help optimize internal processes and improve client service.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to understand different aspects of GSR’s business operations and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of options and options math, with an understanding of key concepts such as greeks, pricing, and strategies.
• Proficiency in English and at least one additional language (Mandarin, Japanese, or another language commonly used in the APAC region is preferred).
• Strong interest in cryptocurrency, digital assets, and financial markets.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word); familiarity with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused mindset.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join GSR:

• Work alongside industry veterans from top financial institutions.
• Gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge trading environment.
• Potential for a full-time position upon successful completion of the internship.

If you are passionate about cryptocurrency trading and eager to develop your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

GSR is proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on any applicable legally protected characteristics such as race, religion, color, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or age. We operate a meritocracy; all aspects of people engagement, from hiring or promotion decisions to our performance management process, will be based on business needs and individual merit and competence in the role. Learn more about us at www.gsr.io.