Help build a better
future in AI policy​
The Orion AI Governance Initiative is a UK-based talent development scheme designed to equip outstanding students with the knowledge and skills to shape the future of AI governance.
We are delighted to announce the launch of our Orion AI Governance Internship Programme in addition to our existing policy accelerator and mentorship opportunities. This is an opportunity for highly motivated students to gain hands-on placement experience with top think tanks working in AI policy.
The challenge
The sudden and unexpected rise of general-purpose AI (GPAI) has already significantly changed the landscape of technology policy and national security.
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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.
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Our programmes:
Your seat at the table
Mentorship programme
Applications closed
The Orion Mentorship Programme pairs students with AI governance professionals. Our mentors come from policy teams at frontier AI labs, and top think tanks like the Centre for the Governance of AI, RAND and the Ada Lovelace Institute.
AI Policy Accelerator
Applications closed
The AI Policy Accelerator is a 3-week intensive programme designed to provide participants with the knowledge and hands-on experience to launch a successful career in AI policy.
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Orion Internship
Applications open for existing Fast Track participants
This is an opportunity for talented and ambitious students to get hands-on AI policy experience with a 12-week placement at a think tank, where you’ll develop skills, insight and connections to help you take your career in AI governance to the next level.
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 increasing diversity and representation in the field, and bridging the gap between technical and policy expertise.
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