Funded AI Fellowship in the UK 2027 with Funding of up to £10,000
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 50
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Cambridge ERA:AI has opened applications for the Winter 2027 cohort of the ERA:AI Fellowship, one of the funded research fellowships in the United Kingdom for individuals interested in working on issues related to AI safety, AI governance, and policies and regulations concerning advanced AI systems.
The fellowship is held in person in Cambridge, United Kingdom, for 10 weeks, from January 18 to March 26, 2027. During the programme, each participant works on an independent research project under the supervision of a specialized researcher or expert, while receiving research and administrative support and opportunities to connect with a community of researchers and policymakers working in the field of artificial intelligence.
Benefits
The fellowship benefits include:
- A £10,000 stipend for the 10-week programme.
- Coverage of travel costs to and from Cambridge.
- Visa sponsorship and support for international participants.
- Meals provided during working hours.
- Coverage of selected research and social activities and trips in Cambridge and London.
- Research supervision from an expert or specialized researcher in the participant’s project area.
- Dedicated support for managing and developing the research project.
- Office space and a workspace at ERA’s headquarters in central Cambridge.
- Participation in events, workshops, educational activities, and social programmes throughout the fellowship.
- Opportunities to build a professional network with researchers and organizations working in AI Safety and AI Governance.
- The possibility for some top-performing participants to receive longer-term funded opportunities through ERA’s Research Scholars programme.
Eligibility criteria
The fellowship offers considerable flexibility in its eligibility requirements.
Applicants may apply if they:
- Are 18 years old or older.
- Are from any nationality worldwide.
- Have a serious interest in working on issues related to AI safety or AI governance.
- Are able to think critically, learn independently, and work on an intensive research project.
ERA does not require a specific university major, academic degree, or career stage as a formal condition for admission.
Who is the Fellowship Suitable For?
ERA particularly encourages applications from:
- Researchers at different career stages.
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students with relevant research interests.
- Specialists in computer science and artificial intelligence.
- Professionals working in public policy, law, economics, and security.
- Professionals interested in transitioning into AI Safety or AI Governance.
- Individuals with specialized expertise that can be applied to challenges related to advanced artificial intelligence.
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