RAND Corporation's Center on AI, Security, and Technology Fellows program supports research on AI, technology, and security policy through mentorship and hands-on policy analysis experience.
Funder: RAND Corporation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | May 1, 2027 | August 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: $40,000–$200,000 annual stipend for full-time U.S. fellows; compensation for U.K. fellows based on experience; 6–36 month terms
Summary: Fellowship supports research and mentorship at the intersection of AI, technology, and security policy.
Key Information: Open to U.S. and U.K. citizens (or those with 12+ months residency in the U.K.) able to obtain a security clearance.
The RAND Center on AI, Security, and Technology Fellows program is designed to develop future leaders in the policy analysis and implementation of technology and security issues. Fellows conduct research in areas such as AI Security, Technology Policy and Governance, and Biosecurity, benefiting from direct mentorship by RAND policy experts. The program offers both academic and practical experience, allowing fellows to participate in client-sponsored projects and collaborate across RAND’s multidisciplinary environment. Fellowship terms are flexible, ranging from six months up to three years, and can be full- or part-time.