The Institute for Law & AI’s Summer Research Fellowship 2025
An opportunity to delve into AI law research with mentorship, flexible work options, and a generous stipend of €12,000.
About LawAI
The Institute for Law & AI (LawAI) is a think tank specializing in the legal and policy challenges surrounding artificial intelligence. LawAI:
- Conducts cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI, law, and policy.
- Advises governments, international bodies, and private organizations on AI-related legal frameworks.
- Aims to ensure AI advancements align with public safety, welfare, and the rule of law.
About the Fellowship
As a Summer Research Fellow, you will:
- Work remotely for 8–12 weeks, with one fully funded in-person week in August.
- Collaborate with mentors to create a research plan tailored to your skills and interests.
- Focus on meaningful projects, such as:
- Drafting policy reports or law review articles.
- Contributing to advisory and research projects.
- Supporting policymaking efforts.
- Gain significant discretion over the form and outputs of your research.
We offer two EU cohort start dates
- EU Cohort 1: June 23, 2025; flexible end dates August 15 – September 12
- EU Cohort 2: August 4, 2025; flexible end dates September 26 – October 25
- In-person week in Brussels, Belgium, or Cambridge, UK, tentatively scheduled for August 25-29, 2025, with eligible travel expenses covered, including flights, accommodations, and meals
Fellows are expected to commit to at least 8 weeks of full-time work, participate in regular team meetings, give occasional presentations on their research, and provide feedback on other research work within their cohort and the broader LawAI team.
Benefits:
- A stipend of €12,000
- An in-person week in Brussels or Cambridge, with eligible travel expenses covered, including flights, accommodation, and meals
- Close mentorship from our research staff and affiliates
- Q&A sessions with leading experts in the field
- EU AI law and policy networking opportunities & career planning resources
- Opportunities to explore future collaborations, such as follow-on funding through grants, invitations to upcoming events, and potential project or job openings with LawAI
Eligibility Criteria
- Background in EU law is preferred but not mandatory.
- Open to:
- Graduate law students (e.g., LLM, MA, JD), PhD candidates, and postdoctoral researchers.
- Final-year undergraduate law students (e.g., BA, LLB, First State Examination).
- Legal academics or professionals transitioning into research.
- No prior expertise in AI-specific research is required.
- Commitment to full-time work for at least 8 weeks.
- Availability to attend the in-person week in August 2025.
Application Process
- Step 1: Submit your academic CV and complete the application form by 11:59 pm, January 31, 2025.
- Step 2: Attend a 30-minute exploratory interview to discuss your interests and goals.
- Step 3: Participate in a 40–60-minute research interview with LawAI staff to assess your fit for the program.
- Step 4: Receive a decision. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to secure your spot.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2025 (rolling review).
- In-Person Week: August 25–29, 2025.
Important Link:
Apply Link: CLICK HERE
Official Notification: CLICK HERE
Contact Information
For queries, email hiring@law-ai.org.
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