Pivotal AI Safety Research Fellowship 2026

The Pivotal AI Safety Research Fellowship 2026 is a research fellowship offered in London for pursuing AI safety research with expert mentorship. The program runs for 9 weeks with possible extensions of up to 6 months, and includes in-person workspace, mentorship, and opportunities for career development. Participants receive a stipend, travel to London, housing support for non-London fellows, and access to workshops and speakers.

Mentorship from established researchers, research management support, workspace at the London Initiative for Safe AI, meals on weekdays, travel and housing support, and opportunities for extended funding and mentorship.

Anyone 18 or older is eligible to apply.

Submit an online written application, followed by a short video interview, a mentor-specific task, and a personal interview if shortlisted.