The challenge
The sudden and unexpected rise of general-purpose AI (GPAI) has already significantly changed the landscape of technology policy and national security.
Policymakers now need to answer major questions:
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How should we regulate the capabilities of GPAI where these have potential for great benefit and harm?
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Where will power concentrate as GPAI drives automation, and what should be done about it?
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How dangerous is the global AI arms race, and how can the risks be managed?
The way policymakers answer these questions, and many more, right now could shape the trajectory of this technology and its impact for decades to come.
Applications open:
AI Policy Accelerator
London, February - April 2026
Accelerator Course
The Accelerator has a 5-week course designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of AI, approaches to AI policy, and how to launch a career in the field to positively shape the future of AI.
Research Project
The Research Project Phase is a four-week, supervised programme that gives participants hands-on experience tackling real policy questions in frontier AI governance. Working in small teams, participants produce a substantive research output, building practical skills, domain expertise, and professional connections relevant to careers in AI policy.
After the Programme
Upon completion, participants will receive ongoing career support from our team. Participants will have the opportunity to join our mentorship scheme, where you'll be paired with professionals working in AI governance. A limited number of participants may also be offered to join our internship placements with think tanks and AI governance organisations, gaining further experience in the field.
Applications for the 2026 programme are open now, learn more.
Apply by 6th January
Our Mission
General-purpose AI is already significantly impacting the world and many aspects of life - and will have an even greater influence in the future. Its governance will shape how this power is developed, distributed and applied.
Our mission is to contribute by developing the talent pool working on these challenges, providing routes into AI policy careers for exceptional students. We are particularly focussed on increasing diversity and representation in the field, and bridging the gap between technical and policy expertise.
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