Opportunity type
Fellowship
Funding
Cause areas
AI safety & policy
Institutional decision-making
Routes to impact
Skill-building & building career capital
Learning about important cause areas
Testing your fit for a certain career path
Direct high impact on an important cause
Networking with peers around AI governance topics
Skill set
Research
Policy writing
Political & bureaucratic
AI governance understanding
Collaborative problem-solving
Deadline
2026-02-07
Deadline soon
Location
Remote-first; in-person week in Washington, DC or Berkeley, CA (June 22–26)
Description
The Institute for Law & AI’s Summer Research Fellowship (US) is a paid, 10-week program for those interested in advancing research and policy at the intersection of artificial intelligence and US law.
- Fellows receive $1,500 per week, with potential for higher compensation based on experience.
- The fellowship is remote-first, with a required in-person week in Washington, DC, or Berkeley, CA (travel and accommodation covered).
- Participants work closely with mentors on tailored research projects, contribute to policy and legal initiatives, and gain access to leading experts and networking opportunities.
- The program welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including law students, professionals, and academics; prior AI-specific research experience is not required.
Visa sponsorship may be possible, but participation depends on holding valid work authorization for your location.
Alternate application pathway: Apply directly via this form.
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