IAPS AI Policy Fellowship 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- Apr 21
- 2 min read
If you're a professional eager to shape the future of artificial intelligence governance, the AI Policy Fellowship 2025 by the Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS) offers a unique, fully funded opportunity. This three-month program is designed for individuals from diverse backgrounds—be it government, academia, industry, or civil society—who are passionate about addressing real-world AI policy challenges. Through hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and career development support, fellows will engage in impactful projects that influence national and global AI policies.
🗒️ Fellowship Summary
Location: Washington, D.C., USA, or Remote
Host Institution: Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS)
Study Level: Mid to senior-level professionals
Target Group: Professionals from public policy, national security, AI research, industry, government agencies, think tanks, NGOs, and academia
Fields of Focus: AI policy, national security, export controls, AI governance, international regulation, hardware and compute policy
Funding: Fully funded; stipends of $15,000 for Fellows and $22,000 for Senior Fellows
Duration: 3 months (September 1 – November 21, 2025)
Application Deadline: May 7, 2025, at 12 PM ET
Start Date: September 1, 2025
Eligible to: Professionals worldwide; remote participation available
🎓 IAPS AI Policy Fellowship 2025 Overview
The AI Policy Fellowship 2025 is structured to provide fellows with practical experience in AI policy-making. The program begins with a mandatory two-week in-person residency in Washington, D.C. (September 1–12), followed by the option to continue the fellowship either in-person or remotely.
🧩 Key Components:
Mentorship: Each fellow is paired with an expert mentor to guide their projects.
Project Work: Fellows will engage in projects such as writing policy briefs, organizing high-level convenings, and briefing government officials.
🕵🏻 Focus Areas:
National security implications of AI
Export controls
CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) risks of AI systems
AI procurement and governance
International regulation (U.S., U.K., E.U.)
Hardware and compute policy
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
1). Financial Support:
Fellows: $15,000 stipend
Senior Fellows: $22,000 stipend
2). Professional Development:
Weekly one-on-one coaching focused on career development and productivity
Feedback and mentorship from IAPS researchers and policy staff
Access to an expansive professional network
Option to participate remotely or in-person
Support budget for remote fellows to attend conferences or expert meetings
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Open to professionals from all backgrounds; no technical AI expertise required
Applicants must commit to full participation in the program (September 1 – November 21, 2025)
Legal work authorization required for in-person participation in Washington, D.C.
Part-time options may be available for exceptional candidates
📝 Application Procedure
1. Complete the online application form
2. Submit the following documents:
Motivation letter (max. 250 words) explaining your interest in the fellowship
CV or resume
Valid passport
Any other relevant documents supporting your qualifications
Selection Process:
Application review
Written task
Interview
Final decisions expected by the end of June 2025
Informational Webinar:
An optional informational webinar will be held on April 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET. Prospective applicants can hear directly from IAPS staff and former fellows and ask questions about the program. [Register here]
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