Compliance Intern– AML & Financial Crime

Job Title
Compliance Intern – AML & Financial Crime

Employer
bitFlyer USA, Inc.

Location
Remote

Job Type
Internship (Paid)

Duration
6 months

Compensation
Discussed during the interview process

Job Description

bitFlyer USA, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Intern to support the Compliance Team with daily compliance operations and regulatory obligations. This internship is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance, financial crime prevention, cryptocurrency compliance, sanctions, Know Your Customer (KYC), or regulatory compliance.

The Compliance Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting transaction monitoring, financial crime investigations, customer due diligence, regulatory reporting, compliance metrics, and other core compliance activities. This role provides direct exposure to how a regulated cryptocurrency company identifies financial crime risk, investigates unusual activity, and meets its regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the review and documentation of transaction monitoring alerts and compliance cases
• Conduct preliminary reviews of customer profiles, account activity, and cryptocurrency transactions
• Learn how compliance teams identify and evaluate unusual or potentially suspicious activity
• Support Compliance Analysts with low-risk investigations, research, and case documentation
• Assist with KYC, customer due diligence, and other compliance reviews as assigned
• Gain exposure to cryptocurrency transaction monitoring and blockchain-related compliance investigations
• Assist in maintaining accurate case management records and investigation documentation
• Support preparation of compliance metrics, reports, presentations, and management materials
• Participate in compliance projects, regulatory examinations, audits, and remediation initiatives
• Conduct regulatory or compliance research as assigned
• Collaborate with the Compliance Team and other business functions
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information and sensitive business data

Required Qualifications

• Genuine interest in a Compliance, AML/BSA, Financial Crime Prevention, Cryptocurrency Compliance, KYC, Sanctions, or Regulatory Compliance career
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn about financial crime risks and cryptocurrency
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to review information, identify relevant facts, and document findings clearly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgment; able to handle confidential information professionally
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework/self-study in AML, financial crime, compliance, finance, accounting, economics, business, law, criminal justice, or data analytics
• Interest in cryptocurrency, blockchain, fintech, banking, or financial services
• Familiarity with AML, KYC, sanctions, fraud prevention, or financial crime concepts
• Experience researching, analyzing data, writing reports, or preparing presentations
• Participation in relevant clubs, organizations, or certification programs

Education & Experience

• No prior compliance experience required
• No specific degree required
• Open to current college/grad students, recent graduates, and career changers

EEO Statement
bitFlyer USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.