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CHT Emerging Voices in AI and Society Fellowship 2026 | $30,000 Paid Remote Fellowship
Apply for the Remote Research Fellowship CHT Emerging Voices in AI and Society Fellowship 2026. Learn about the $30,000 stipend, eligibility, benefits, required documents, application process, and deadline. Fellows will receive personalized mentorship, editorial guidance, media training.
7/1/20262 min read
Applications are now open for the CHT Emerging Voices in AI and Society Fellowship 2026, a paid remote fellowship organized by the Center for Humane Technology (CHT). The fellowship is designed for researchers, writers, policy experts, technologists, and public thinkers who want to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping society and contribute meaningful research that influences public understanding and policy.
Application Deadline
Application Deadline : Sunday, July 12, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)
Fellowship Duration : September 14, 2026 – March 18, 2027
Format : Fully Remote
Commitment : 15 hours per week (including at least 10 overlapping hours with Eastern Time)
Number of Fellows : 3
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows will receive numerous professional and financial benefits, including:
$30,000 stipend paid upon completion of three program milestones.
Personalized mentorship from CHT's Senior Director of Strategy and Impact.
Research guidance from the Center for Humane Technology team.
Editorial, communications, and graphic design support.
Professional media training and assistance with media placements.
Opportunity to publish research for a global audience.
Participation in CHT podcasts and public communication initiatives.
Official CHT email account and access to internal Slack channels.
Public recognition on the CHT Fellows webpage.
Fellowship Focus Areas
Applicants may apply for up to two of the following research areas:
AI and Cognition
AI and Relationships
AI and Surveillance
AI and Spirituality
Inside the Machine: AI from a Technologist's Perspective
Eligibility Requirements
The fellowship is intended for mid-career professionals with expertise in AI and society. Ideal applicants include:
Researchers or university faculty.
Journalists and technology writers.
Policy analysts and former government officials.
Civil society advocates.
Technology professionals with industry experience.
Applicants should also:
Demonstrate expertise in AI's societal impacts.
Have strong writing and public communication skills.
Show evidence of published articles, essays, reports, or academic research.
Be comfortable working across disciplines.
Be available to commit approximately 15 hours per week during the fellowship.
International applicants are welcome to apply.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
A 1–2 page research proposal for each selected focus area (maximum two).
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé (maximum two pages).
A two-minute video introducing yourself and explaining why you are a strong candidate.
A writing sample demonstrating research and analytical ability, such as a published article, research paper, working paper, or blog post.
Fellowship Expectations
During the six-month fellowship, participants are expected to:
Produce one flagship research report, essay, or public-impact publication.
Publish one to three opinion articles or essays.
Participate in at least one CHT podcast episode when appropriate.
Contribute to CHT's public communication initiatives.
Attend mandatory cohort meetings and bi-weekly mentorship sessions