Fully Funded Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026, UK

The Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026 invites international applicants to explore the risks associated with artificial intelligence through an 8-week research program in the United Kingdom. Fellows will engage in projects focused on ensuring the safe and beneficial creation and application of AI systems.

• 🎓 Programme Overview: 8-week research fellowship in Cambridge, UK, starting 2nd Feb 2026.
• 💷 Full Funding: Salary (£34,125/year prorated), accommodation, meals, visa, and travel support.
• 🧑‍🏫 Mentorship: Personalized mentor guidance; mentors assigned per cohort.
• 📚 Research Support: Assistance with research management; alumni have published in top venues (e.g., NeurIPS).
• 🤝 Community & Networking: Shared workspace, social events, learning opportunities, introductions to AI safety/policy organizations, and extra financial support for impactful career moves.
• 📝 Application Process:
  • Stage 1: Short essays (~2 hours)
  • Stage 2: Top ~20% invited for interviews
  • Stage 3: Short 15-min interview with references
  • Final: Accepted fellows matched with mentors to develop projects

Designation

Fellowship Participant

Research Area

• Technical AI Safety
• AI Governance
• Technical AI Governance (TechGov)

Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Eligibility/Qualification

• Open to all international applicants aged 18 and above.
• PhD candidates focusing on AI safety concerns.
• Professionals transitioning into AI governance and safety from related fields.
• Early-career researchers seeking to deepen their expertise in technical or governance studies related to AI risks.
• Applicants with unique perspectives that advance the understanding of AI dangers.

Job Description

Fellows will:

• Develop a research project addressing technological and governance strategies to mitigate risks posed by frontier AI systems.
• Collaborate within a global network of scholars and industry professionals to analyze and enhance the safety and governance of AI technologies.
• Receive funding, mentorship, and research management support to produce impactful research.

How to Apply

• Applications are accepted online through the official website.
• No application fee is required.

Last Date to Apply

03 November 2025

This fellowship presents a unique opportunity for those passionate about AI to contribute meaningfully to a critical area of technology and safety.