OpenAI Residency Program 2026

The OpenAI Residency Program is a six-month residency where residents join OpenAI as full-time employees, embedded within Research teams to work on advanced AI research problems. Residents receive direct mentorship from senior researchers and engineers, work on ambitious projects, and may be considered for full-time roles at the end of the program. The role is based in San Francisco, CA with a hybrid, in-person collaboration schedule and relocation assistance.

Salary, relocation assistance, mentorship, potential for full-time role after program

Open to individuals with strong technical ability and growth potential, regardless of formal credentials.

Submit application via the provided Apply link; successful candidates proceed to technical assessments and interviews.