About Company
A non‑profit research & advocacy organization focused on reducing risks from advanced AI systems. CBAI supports and conducts AI‑safety research, educational programs, fellowships for students, and aims to influence policy and academic work on AI alignment.
Job Description
Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) – Spring Research Fellowship 2026
Program Type: Full-Time, Paid, In-Person Fellowship
Field: AI Safety | Technical & Governance Research
Dates: February 2 – April 10, 2026
Location: Harvard Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Application Deadline: December 14, 2025, 11:59 PM EST
Positions Available: Up to 15 Fellows
Visa Sponsorship: ❌ Not Available (OPT & CPT Accepted)
Program Overview
The CBAI Spring Research Fellowship is a 10-week, fully funded research program designed to advance careers in AI safety, including both technical research and AI governance. Fellows will gain mentorship, research experience, and networking opportunities in the Harvard–MIT AI safety ecosystem.
Program highlights include:
Mentorship from researchers at Harvard, MIT, Google DeepMind, UK AI Security Institute, and other leading institutions
Collaboration with the AI Safety Student Team at Harvard and MIT AI Alignment
Contribution to research outputs: papers, blog posts, demos, and policy proposals
What Fellows Receive
Stipend: $8,000 for the 10-week program
Accommodation: Provided for fellows from outside the Boston metro area
Meals & Snacks: Free weekday lunches and dinners, coffee, and beverages
Workspace: 24/7 access to office in Harvard Square
Compute Support: Up to $10,000 in API credits and on-demand GPUs
Networking: Weekly workshops, social events, and mentorship sessions
Extension Fellowship: Optional 1–4 month extension for continued research (≈50% of previous cohort received extensions)
Fellowship Requirements
Must be 18+ years old
Fellows working with Cambridge-area mentors are expected to use mentors’ labs at least one day per week
No visa sponsorship; OPT & CPT accepted for international students
Application Process (4 Steps)
Complete the general application form
Complete mentor-specific questions, test tasks, or code screening (if applicable)
15-minute interview with CBAI staff
Interview with assigned mentor
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
Key Benefits
Gain hands-on experience in AI safety research
Build professional credentials through research publications and projects
Develop critical skills in technical research and governance
Expand your network within the AI safety community
Contact & More Information
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Fellowship Website: Check CBAI Fellowship Info