Institute for Law & AI’s Summer Research Fellowship (EU Law) 2026

The Institute for Law & AI is currently accepting applications for its Summer Research Fellowship (EU Law) 2026. This paid program is designed to bring together graduate law students, professionals, and academics to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, law, and policy, with a strong emphasis on EU Law.

📖 About the Fellowship

The Institute for Law & AI’s Summer Research Fellowship (EU Law) 2026 offers participants the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and collaboration in the field of AI and law.

💰 Benefits

Participants in the fellowship will receive the following benefits:

• Weekly compensation: €1,000.
• An additional €1,000 per week for living costs if working in person at the Cambridge, UK office.
• Admission to the Cambridge Forum on Law and AI (Aug 18–23), with travel, accommodation, and meals covered.
• Close mentorship, Q&A sessions with experts, and networking opportunities.
• Potential for future collaborations, grants, and job openings.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Strong understanding of legal principles in EU AI regulation.
• Open to applicants from all countries, including non-EU trained lawyers.
• AI-specific research experience is not required.
• Commitment to full-time work (June 29 – Sept 4, 2026).
• Attendance at the in-person week in Cambridge (July 6–10) is mandatory.
• Must have valid work authorization; visa sponsorship may be supported.

🗓️ Application Process and Timeline

Step 1: Submit Application Form

• Complete the application form by 11:59 pm ET on January 30, 2026.
• The application should take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
• Late applications will not be assessed.

Step 2: Asynchronous Exploratory Interview

• A 30-minute interview to understand your perspective on AI development and its implications for society, law, and policy.

Step 3: Research Interview

• A 60-minute interview with a member of the research staff to discuss your research interests, goals, and fit for the program.
• You will also have the opportunity to ask questions.

Step 4: Decision

• Final decisions will be communicated by mid-March 2026.
• If you need a decision by a specific date, please indicate this on your application form.

📅 Application Deadline

The deadline to apply is January 30, 2026.

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the official fellowship page.
To apply directly, complete the application form.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolving field of AI and law while gaining invaluable experience and mentorship. Don't miss out!

• Weekly compensation: €1,000.
• Additional €1,000 per week for living costs if working in person at the Cambridge, UK office.
• Admission to the Cambridge Forum on Law and AI (Aug 18–23) with travel, accommodation, and meals covered.
• Close mentorship, Q&A sessions with experts, and networking opportunities.
• Potential for future collaborations, grants, and job openings.