Crisis Management Intern

About Riot Platforms

Riot is a Bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure company focused on a vertically integrated strategy. The Company has Bitcoin mining data center operations in central Texas and Kentucky, and electrical switchgear engineering and fabrication operations in Denver, Colorado.

Our mission is to positively impact the sectors, networks and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows the Company to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.

Riot is advancing its Bitcoin mining operations through cutting-edge innovation, strategic expansion, and targeted procurement. Join us in building the world’s leading Bitcoin-driven infrastructure platform. 

Riot Rookie Internship Program

At Riot, we are passionate about Bitcoin and educating others. We want our interns to find value in the work they accomplish with us. Our goal is to increase student exposure to Bitcoin and provide the opportunity for you to find creative solutions to real-world problems. We believe that this internship opportunity will uniquely position you to do just that and gain valuable industry experience in a publicly traded company.

About You

You are interested in Bitcoin and want to be involved in the sector. You are creative and strive to improve organizational efficiency. You have strong communication skills and can multi-task. You identify problems and solve them. Lastly, you take the initiative, are self-sufficient, and are detail oriented.

About the role

We are looking for a Crisis Management Intern for our Corsicana, TX office. This is a summer internship, expected to last 10-weeks, with an average of 40-hours per week. It is our goal to provide a collaborative work environment that allows our interns to take ownership of their projects, experiment, and ask questions. 

You will work closely with our Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) team to develop, implement and communicate a comprehensive crisis management program. Building strong relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners (such as law enforcement and local first responders) will be important. You will also help maintain site risk assessment documentation and support new office projects, contributing to a secure and well-managed environment.

Requirements

• Understand basic concepts of vulnerability or risk and resilience assessments.
• Strong written, verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations, and written report preparation.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills.
• FEMA/DHS Training courses (preferred, not required).
• Ability to report to our Corsicana, TX office at least 4-days a week for the duration of the internship.

Education and Experience 

• Current student or recent graduate of Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Disaster Science, Environmental Engineering/Science, Security, and/or related field.

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive pay, employer perks, and flexible scheduling.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world problems, gaining hands-on experience in various design tasks.
• Learn about the exciting world of Bitcoin from industry leaders.
• Gain exposure to presenting to management and C-Suite levels within the company.
• Build lasting relationships with mentors and leaders.
• Upon successful completion of internship, a strong letter of recommendation.