Fellowship•Remote

Winter Research Fellowship (US)

Funding

Partial / Stipend

Program dates

Jan 26, 2026 – May 8, 2026

The Winter Research Fellowship (US) is a paid fellowship run by the Institute for Law & AI (LawAI). Fellows spend roughly eight weeks or more, between late January and early May, conducting supervised research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, law, and U.S. policy. The program pairs fellows with mentors, supports career planning, and offers engagement with policymakers. It is remote-first and open to applicants worldwide.

Benefits & funding

  • Weekly stipend of US$1,500; exceptionally qualified candidates may receive more.
  • Remote-first participation, with optional travel support for up to one week at a LawAI hub or office.
  • Mentorship from LawAI staff and researchers, plus career-planning support.
  • Opportunities to engage with policymakers and contribute to active research workstreams.

Eligibility

  • Open to applicants from all countries.
  • Graduate law students (for example JD or LLM), PhD candidates, postdocs, practicing lawyers, and academics.
  • Welcomes applicants with various skill sets, experience levels, and degrees of knowledge in AI, law, and policy. Candidates should have an interest in AI law and policy and be prepared to apply their research abilities and legal knowledge to questions in the field.
  • No prior experience or expertise in AI-specific research is required, though demonstrated research ability and interest are expected.
  • Full professional fluency in spoken and written English.
  • A commitment to full-time work for a minimum of eight consecutive weeks.

Application process

  1. 1
    Submit the online application form (about 20 minutes).
  2. 2
    Complete a short asynchronous interview (about 30 minutes).
  3. 3
    Take part in a research interview with LawAI staff (40–50 minutes).
  4. 4
    Receive a decision by the end of November.

Program timeline

  1. Application deadline for the 2026 winter cohort (now closed)

    Oct 12, 2025

  2. Decisions announced

    End of November 2025

  3. Fellowship period begins

    Jan 26, 2026

  4. Fellowship period ends

    May 8, 2026

  5. Applications expected to reopen for the next winter cohort — confirm on the official page

    September–October 2026 (estimated)