Interested in spending the summer of 2026 in London? Applications are now open for the 2026 GovAI Summer Fellowship in London , a fully funded three-month program running from June 8 to August 28. The fellowship is open to applicants from around the world and is specifically aimed at early-career individuals and emerging professionals in the field of AI governance. Participants will have the opportunity to join the GovAI team, deepen their understanding of the rules and ethics surrounding responsible AI development, and build strong relationships with experienced practitioners. There is no application fee, and candidates from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply. GovAI will also provide visa sponsorship for international applicants. More details are below.

Details about the GovAI Summer Fellowship Program 2026 in London

• Host country : United Kingdom
• Location : GovAI London office
• Fellowship duration : 3 months
• Advantages : Fully funded
• Deadline: January 4, 2026

Financial advantages

The GovAI Summer Fellowship covers the following:

• A salary of £12,000
• Travel expenses to London
• meals
• Providing visa sponsorship for applicants.

Fellowship pathways

This year, they are offering two tracks.

• Research track: The colleagues will conduct a research project of their choice.
• Applied Track: Fellows carry out projects of their choice in areas other than traditional research.

GOVAI Fellowship Goal

The fellowship program aims to invite applicants to conduct research of their choosing on AI governance. AI governance encompasses a set of principles, policies, and practices designed to guide AI research, development, and deployment.

Each fellow will be assigned a mentor from the GovAI team or its affiliated network. GovAI fellowship alumni have held positions at leading AI companies (DeepMind, OpenAI, Anthropic).

Eligibility criteria

• The fellowship is open to all citizens.
• Candidates from various fields, including political science, public policy, computer science, economics, history, sociology, philosophy, and law, can apply.
• There are no specific educational requirements.
• The applicant must have relevant academic, research or professional experience in the relevant fields.

Selection criteria

• Work quality
• Relevant experience
• The ruling
• The right team

How to apply for the GovAI Summer Fellowship for 2026?

Applicants can apply from anywhere in the world. The application process is entirely online and can only be completed electronically. You can find the link to the official website below.