Applications are open for the Cambridge ERA Winter Fellowship 2027. A fully funded research fellowship in Cambridge, UK, taking place from January 18th to March 26th, 2026. It’s a prestigious program hosted by ERA, one of the leading organizations working to reduce the risks posed by frontier AI. The program invites applications from talented students, researchers, and professionals from different academic and professional backgrounds who are interested in AI Safety, technical AI governance, or AI governance.
The fellowship is open to all nationalities. Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support, including a £10,000 stipend, visa support, travel expenses, meals during working hours, expert mentorship, research support, and a dedicated workspace in Cambridge. The application process is online. Interested applicants must submit their applications by September 13th, 2026. Learn more about the fellowship below.
About Cambridge ERA Winter Fellowship 2027
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Open to: All Nationalities
- Hosted by: ERA
- Duration: 10 Weeks
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: September 13th, 2026
Fellowship Overview
It’s a fully funded research fellowship in the UK that enables researchers and professionals from diverse backgrounds to spend 10 weeks in Cambridge and work on an important research question addressing the challenges associated with increasingly capable AI systems. During the program, the fellow will work on an independent research project, participate in workshops and social activities, and network with experts in AI safety and governance.
Who can Apply?
The fellowship follows a talent-first approach, so you don’t need a specific degree or professional background. Applicants must be 18 or older and interested in AI safety or governance research.
- The fellowship is open to all nationalities
- Students from all academic backgrounds
- Researchers at any career stage can apply
- Professionals from diverse professional backgrounds
- Candidates who want to move their research into AI safety or governance
Research Areas
Fellows will work across three main work streams:
- Technical AI Safety
- Technical AI Governance
- AI Governance
Fellowship Support
The ERA winter fellowship offers generous support; selected fellows will recieve:
- A stipend of £10,000
- International Airfare support
- Accommodation
- Visa coverage
- Meals during the program
Professional Benefits
- A dedicated workspace in Cambridge
- Expert mentorships
- Participation in workshops and learning events
- Networking opportunities with researchers working in AI & Governance
Application Steps:
- Stage 1: Written Application
- Stage 2: Round 1 Interview
- Stage 3: Round 2 Interview
- Stage 4: Final Selection
Also, Check:
- FAO Young Professionals Programme 2026 (YPP)
- OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship 2027 in Geneva
- FRIAS Fellowship Programmes 2027-28 in Germany
How to Apply?
The application process is online via the official ERA fellowship website. Visit the offical link below and submit your application before 13 September 2026, 11:59 PM.
APPLY FOR CAMBRIDGE ERA FELLOWSHIP
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