One of the most anticipated summer fellowships in the United States is now open for applications! You heard it right. Call for applications for the LawAI Summer Research Fellowship 2027. Offered by the Institute for Law & AI (LawAI). This is a 10-week paid fellowship designed for law students, legal professionals, researchers, and academics interested in AI Law & Policy. The fellowship offers participants an exceptional opportunity to work closely with experienced researchers, develop their own projects, and engage with policymakers and experts from worldwide.
The fellowship will run from June 14 to August 20, 2027, with a special in-person convening week in Washington, DC, USA, from June 21–25, 2027. Selected fellows will receive generous support, including $2,000 per week and a $10,000 relocation and housing stipend for those relocating to DC. Read more details below.
LawAI Summer Research Fellowship 2027 in USA Overview
- Country: United States
- Host Institute: Institute of Law & AI
- Location: Washington, DC, USA
- Duration: 10 Weeks
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Program Mode: Remote – In-person
- Application Deadline: January 29, 2026
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About LawAI Summer Fellowship
It’s a prestigious, fully funded fellowship program designed for people who want to work on important questions surrounding AI regulations, US law, and policy. During the fellowship, fellows will develop and complete a research project based on their interests, experience, and research skills.
The program aims to equip the next generation of experts working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, law, and policy.
Who can Apply?
- Applications are welcome from all nationalities
- Applications are invited from applicants at different career stages: graduate law students, JD and LLM students, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, legal academics, lawyers, and legal professionals
- An interest in AI and research policy
- No prior research experience is required
- The fellowship is for law students, professionals, and legal academics
- Commit to full-time participation in both remote and in-person work
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the principles applicable to AI regulation in United States law
The fellowship strongly encourages participants to attend convening week in Washington, DC.
Fellowship Coverage
The Institute for Law & AI fellowship offers a wide range of benefits, such as:
- A weekly allowance of $2000
- Relocation and housing stipend of $10,000
Coverage for the Convening week in Washington:
- Accommodation & meals
- Flight coverage
- Travel expenses
- Visa Assistance
Benefits
- Gain real-time work experience under the mentorship of research staff and Affiliates
- Participate in Q&A sessions with renowned experts in your field
- Networking opportunities with fellows and experts in your field
- Exposure to future opportunities in your field
- Mentorship from leading AI law and policy experts
Fellows Responsibilities
Fellows are expected to work full-time and participate in:
- Research work aligned with your skills and interests
- Team meetings
- Present a presentation on your research work
- Assist with other fellows’ research work and provide valuable feedback
How to Apply for the LawAI Research Fellowship in the USA?
Applicants meeting the above criteria for the fellowship need to follow the following steps to apply:
Step 1: Applicants must submit an online application form through the official portal by January 29, 2026. The application will take about 20 minutes to complete.
Step 2: Applicants will be invited to the asynchronous interview, which lasts 20 minutes. The interview is conducted to understand your perspectives on AI development.
Step 3: Those who pass the interview above will now be called for the research interview, where you will discuss your research interests and goals with the research staff.
Step 4: Selected applicants will be notified by mid-March 2027.
To apply and for more details, visit the official link mentioned below. Best of Luck!
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