Call for Applications: GovAI UK Summer Fellowship 2027: Applied Track - Global South Opportunities

The GovAI UK Summer Fellowship 2027 – Applied Track offers an exciting opportunity for emerging professionals and experienced practitioners seeking to contribute to the responsible governance and deve

GovAI does not prescribe strict academic or professional qualifications. However, successful candidates are expected to demonstrate several important qualities:

• Relevant expertise: Professional knowledge and practical skills applicable to non-research roles in AI governance.
• Quality of work: Evidence of excellence, reliability and the ability to deliver high-quality professional outputs.
• Sound judgment: Strong decision-making abilities, effective prioritisation and an understanding of project feasibility.
• Team collaboration: Openness to feedback, intellectual honesty, adaptability and a genuine commitment to responsible AI governance.

Candidates from unconventional backgrounds are encouraged to apply if they demonstrate strong potential and a genuine interest in contributing to the field.

The fellowship runs for three months, from 7 June to 27 August 2027, at GovAI’s London office.

Selected fellows will receive:

• A total salary of £14,000 for the fellowship period.
• Financial support towards travel to London.
• Weekday lunches at the London office.
• Dedicated office workspace.
• Professional mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Exposure to leading AI governance organisations and experts.

The position is designed as a full-time, in-person opportunity. Fellows with childcare or other caring responsibilities may arrange to work remotely for up to two days per week without reducing their working hours or salary.

Temporary work visa sponsorship is available for eligible international applicants. Applicants requiring visas should account for the processing period and remain in their country of visa application while the process is underway.

Applications are conducted through a three-stage selection process:

• Initial application: Candidates submit a written application and, if shortlisted, complete an approximately 20-minute automated abstract reasoning assessment.
• Paid work assessment: Selected candidates undertake a remote work test, with invitations expected in January 2027.
• Final interviews: Candidates participate in remote interviews and reference checks in February 2027.

Final decisions are expected to be communicated in March 2027.

<escape>Application deadline:</escape> Sunday, 22 November 2026, at 11:59 PM UK time.

Interested candidates can submit applications through the official GovAI opportunities page. Further enquiries can be directed to fellowships@governance.ai.