Technical Product Research Intern in Agentic Payments / Stablecoins / Web3

the compliant payment layer between AI agents and data providers. Our infrastructure enables agents to discover, pay, and consume data autonomously — using e-money tokens, the x402 protocol, and real-time euro settlement. Backed by the City of Hamburg, MiCAR-compliant, PSD2-regulated. The role We're looking for a proactive developer-researcher in Berlin who sits at the intersection of code and market intelligence. You won't just research, you'll build prototypes, test integrations, and shape how we position ourselves in a fast-moving market. This role is ideal for someone who likes digging into new protocols, testing APIs hands-on, and turning findings into actionable recommendations. Tasks Map the agentic landscape: who are the players, what protocols exist (x402, MCP, Skyfire, etc.), where are the gapsIdentify and evaluate potential data provider partners (weather, finance, geo, pricing APIs) for our pilot programResearch and categorize data providers across verticals — build a product matrix comparing pricing models, API quality, MCP readiness, and agent compatibilityBuild small proof-of-concepts and test integrations with MCP servers and data provider endpointsAnalyze competitor products, pricing models, and regulatory positioningResearch how LLM platforms (Anthropic, OpenAI, etc.) are integrating external data sources and payment layersSynthesize findings into clear internal memos and pitch materials — no 50-page reports, short and actionableProactively opportunities, risks, and potential partners without waiting to be asked Currently studying computer science, fintech, informatics, or similar — or recently graduatedCan write code: comfortable with APIs, HTTP requests, basic scripting (Python, TypeScript, or similar)Genuinely curious about AI agents, crypto , and fintech regulation — not just checking a boxProactive by default: you see something interesting, you dig in and it before anyone asksStrong English communication skills, written and verbalBased in Berlin or willing to beBonus: experience with blockchain/stablecoins, MCP, or fintech regulation Benefits Direct access to the founding team — your work shapes product and strategy decisionsReal ownership: your research and prototypes go into production, not a drawerA front-row seat to the intersection of AI, , and European regulationFlexible hours (Werkstudent: 15-20h/week, Praktikum: full-time for 3-6 months)Office in Berlin, remote flexibility a short email with your CV and a few sentences on why this excites you. No cover letter template, just tell us what you'd research first if you started tomorrow. Skills: Product Management