Application Deadline: April 8, 2025.

Are you a researcher, early-career academic, or working professional driven by a passion to shape the future of artificial intelligence? The Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2025 is your gateway to an all-expenses-paid summer in one of the world’s most intellectually vibrant cities — Cambridge, UK.

Running from June 29 to August 24, 2025, this eight-week talent programme is designed for individuals committed to understanding and mitigating the risks posed by frontier AI systems. Whether you’re in law, engineering, computer science, or policy — if you’re passionate about advancing AI safety, this opportunity is for you.

The ERA:AI Fellowship offers a unique platform where participants are immersed in cutting-edge thinking on the risks and governance of advanced AI systems. You’ll receive tailored support to grow as a leader, researcher, or entrepreneur making real-world impact.

Fellows will be selected across three specialized streams:

1. AI Governance
2. Technical AI Governance
3. Technical AI Safety

• A fully-funded summer in Cambridge
• Generous stipend to support your stay
• Personalised mentorship and high-touch guidance
• Tailored research projects aligned with your interests
• Professional development support even beyond the fellowship
• Connection to a global network of AI researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers

This opportunity is open to a broad range of applicants — whether you’re a:

• PhD student
• Early-career researcher
• Working professional in law, engineering, computer science, or a related field

Even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement, you are strongly encouraged to apply. ERA is especially keen to hear from individuals outside the traditional research pipeline.

• Deadline: April 8, 2025, at 23:59 UTC
• Selection process:
  • Initial stage: Short essay responses (estimated time ~2 hours)
  • Next stage: Two interviews
  • Final decisions: All successful applicants will be notified before the end of April

Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early if possible!

Apply now  

ERA:AI values authenticity. All written responses must be your own — no use of external writing tools or AI-generated content is permitted. Any violation may lead to disqualification.

Need Help? Join a Live Q&A Session

• March 26, 16:30 UTC
• April 1, 16:30 UTC
• April 7, 16:30 UTC+1

(Links to sign up available on the official website)

Ready to Shape the Future of AI?

The ERA AI Fellowship is more than just a summer programme — it’s a launchpad for the next generation of AI policy shapers, safety researchers, and innovation leaders. If you’re ready to contribute to safe and responsible AI development, don’t miss this chance.

or learn more at: Era fellowship

For additional questions, check the ERA FAQ page or email hello@erafellowship.org.