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GovAI UK Summer Fellowship 2027 | Research Track in AI Governance

The GovAI UK Summer Fellowship 2027 is a three-month, fully funded research program in London for individuals seeking to advance their careers in AI governance and policy. Fellows receive £14,000, mentorship from leading experts, and opportunities to publish research while building professional networks.

November 2, 2026 ⏰ Deadline: Nov 22, 2026

Quick Overview

Host CountryUnited Kingdom
University/OrgGovAI
Degree LevelShort Course
Funding TypeFully Funded
Fields of StudyAI Governance, Artificial Intelligence Policy, Computer Science, Public Policy, Technology Policy
DeadlineNovember 22, 2026

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Overview

The GovAI UK Summer Fellowship 2027 offers a three-month, fully funded opportunity for individuals committed to building impactful careers in AI governance and policy. Running from 7 June to 27 August 2027, the Research Track places fellows in GovAI’s London office to conduct independent research with expert mentorship.

This fellowship is designed for candidates who want to produce or consume research and policy analysis as a core part of their career. GovAI welcomes applicants from early-career researchers to experienced professionals with established track records in adjacent fields.

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What Fellows Do

Research Track fellows spend their first two weeks exploring the AI governance landscape before finalizing a research proposal with supervisor input. Projects can result in reports, white papers, journal articles, op-eds, or blog posts targeting relevant audiences.

Beyond research, fellows participate in:

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  • Expert Q&A sessions with AI governance leaders
  • Weekly seminars building subject-matter knowledge
  • Skills workshops
  • Work-in-progress meetings for peer feedback
  • Social events and networking opportunities
  • Career discussions with GovAI’s team and network

Each fellow is paired with a supervisor from GovAI’s team or extended network, with additional support from Research Managers on project scope and output decisions.

Financial Support

The fellowship provides:

  • Salary: £14,000 for three months
  • Travel support: Funding to travel to London
  • Accommodation support: Not explicitly stated
  • Meals: Lunch provided on weekdays
  • Workspace: Desk in GovAI’s London office

This is a full-time, in-person role. Fellows with children or caring responsibilities may work remotely up to two days per week without salary reduction—this arrangement is discussed after an offer is made, not during application.

Visa and International Applicants

GovAI can sponsor temporary work visas for successful applicants requiring them. Important: visa applicants must remain in their country of visa application for a period while the application is processed. African applicants from Zimbabwe and SADC countries should plan accordingly, as UK visa processing may require extended stays in their home country or designated application center.

Eligibility

There are no strict degree requirements. GovAI encourages applications from candidates interested in helping decision-makers navigate advanced AI transitions, across backgrounds including:

  • Government and public policy
  • Academia and research
  • Industry (especially technology)
  • Civil society

Relevant expertise areas include public policy, political science, computer science, economics, biosecurity, cybersecurity, China studies, and risk management (assurance and auditing). Strong candidates typically have graduate study, research experience, or professional policy experience.

Selection Criteria

GovAI assesses for:

  • Quality of work: Clear, insightful, even-handed research; strong reasoning; concise writing
  • Relevant expertise: Skills or knowledge applicable to AI governance
  • Judgment: Ability to prioritize research directions and assess feasibility
  • Team fit: Openness to feedback, intellectual honesty, comfort with uncertainty, commitment to AI governance careers

Senior Candidates

For exceptional senior professionals or academics, GovAI may accommodate adjustments to standard fellowship terms. To discuss this, email fellowships@governance.ai with subject line containing “senior candidate uk summer fellowship 2027,” your CV, and required adjustments.

Application Process

The three-stage process runs from application to final decisions in March 2027:

Stage 1: Written application plus short (~20 minute) automated abstract reasoning assessment for selected candidates

Stage 2 (January 2027): Paid, remote work test for invited candidates

Stage 3 (February 2027): Remote interview and reference checks

Final decisions communicated in March 2027.

Background Checks

Some candidates may undergo background checks and/or due diligence and sanctions screening as part of selection. By applying, you acknowledge this possibility.

About GovAI

Founded to help decision-makers navigate the transition to advanced AI, GovAI produces rigorous research and develops talent. Researchers have published in Science and Nature, working with government, industry, and civil society leaders. Alumni hold influential roles in US, UK, and EU governments; leading AI companies (Anthropic, DeepMind, OpenAI); think tanks (CSET, RAND); and universities (Oxford, Cambridge).

Expertise spans risk management, threat modeling, frontier AI regulation, technical governance, agent governance, AI economics, international cooperation, US-China relations, and AI forecasting. Since 2018, GovAI has helped define the AI governance field.

Contact and Support

Email fellowships@governance.ai for:

  • Decision timeline requirements
  • Application assistance due to disability
  • Process questions

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Funding Coverage

£14,000 salary for 3 months; travel support to London; weekday lunches; workspace provided

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all nationalities. No degree requirements. Strong candidates typically have graduate study, research experience, or professional policy experience. Relevant backgrounds include public policy, political science, computer science, economics, biosecurity, cybersecurity, China studies, and risk management.

Required Documents

Not specified in source materials. Standard application includes written application form. Work test and references required for later stages.

Application Process

1) Submit written application. 2) Complete automated abstract reasoning assessment if invited. 3) Complete paid remote work test in January if advanced. 4) Remote interview and reference checks in February. 5) Final decisions in March 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. There are no strict degree requirements. GovAI welcomes early-career individuals, though successful candidates typically demonstrate relevant research experience, graduate study, or professional policy experience. Quality of reasoning and writing matters more than formal credentials.
No. The fellowship is fully funded. You receive a £14,000 salary, travel support to London, weekday lunches, and workspace. The work test in Stage 2 is paid. There are no application fees.
GovAI does not publish acceptance rates. The three-stage process (written application, reasoning assessment, paid work test, interview, and references) suggests significant selectivity. Strong candidates demonstrate clear writing, strong reasoning, relevant expertise or transferable skills, good research judgment, and genuine commitment to AI governance careers.
GovAI can sponsor temporary work visas. Apply by the 22 November 2026 deadline. If successful, you must remain in your country of visa application for a period during processing—plan for potential delays. For Zimbabwe and SADC applicants, ensure your passport is valid and check UK visa processing times at your nearest application center.
The fellowship is designed as full-time and in-person in London. However, fellows with children or caring responsibilities may work remotely up to two days per week without salary reduction. This is arranged after you receive an offer, not during application. Senior candidates with exceptional profiles may negotiate other accommodations by emailing fellowships@governance.ai before applying.
The initial application requires a written application form; specific document requirements are not detailed in available materials. You do not submit a full research proposal initially—fellows develop their proposal during the first two weeks of the fellowship with supervisor input. References are checked in the final stage for shortlisted candidates.

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