Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026

The Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship is an 8-week fully funded research programme hosted in Cambridge, UK, starting on 2nd February 2026. The fellowship focuses on AI safety and governance research, providing participants with expert mentorship, research management support, and an immersive community experience. Fellows benefit from salary support, housing, meals, visa assistance, and travel coverage, making it one of the most comprehensive opportunities for early-career researchers and professionals transitioning into AI safety and governance careers.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: October 27, 2025
2. Value: Salary equivalent to £34,125 per year (pro-rated), housing, meals, visa, and travel support
3. Study Level: Fellowship (Research)
4. Sponsor: ERA Fellowship
5. Eligible Country: All countries

Eligibility Criteria for Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026

Anyone! We are a talent-first programme and care about much more than just credentials. In fact, we are excited to support fellows from a wide range of subject areas who are committed to our mission. There are no formal eligibility restrictions beyond being 18 or older.

The Cambridge ERA: AI Fellowship is especially (though not exclusively!) valuable for:

1. PhD students looking to align their research with AI safety,
2. Professionals from adjacent fields (technical or policy) seeking to transition into AI governance/safety,
3. Early-career researchers looking to deepen their expertise in technical and/or governance research, and
4. Individuals with unique perspectives that can improve our understanding of AI risks.

Benefits of Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026

1. Full funding: Fellows receive a salary equivalent to £34,125 per year, which will be prorated to the duration of the Fellowship. On top of this, our fellows receive complimentary accommodation, meal provisions during working hours, visa support, and travel expense coverage.
2. Expert mentorship: Fellows will work closely with a mentor on their research agenda for the fellowship. See our Mentors page to learn about previous mentors (but note that ERA mentors differ for each cohort as we match fellows with mentors once they are accepted).
3. Research Support: Many of our alumni have gone on to publish their research in top journals and conferences such as NeurIPS. We provide dedicated research management support to help our fellows become strong researchers/policymakers in the field.
4. Community: Fellows are immersed in a living-learning environment. They will have a dedicated desk space at our office in Cambridge and are housed together. There are regular social events and community activities throughout the fellowship.
5. Networking and learning opportunities: We assist fellows in developing the necessary skills, expertise, and networks to thrive in an AI safety or policy career. We can facilitate introductions to many organisations in the field. In special cases, we also provide extra financial assistance to support impactful career transitions.

How to Apply

For more details, visit ERA Fellowship webpage

Application Deadline

October 27, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026