Reducing risks from transformative technology
Pivotal runs research programmes on AI safety, AI policy, and biosecurity, some of the most important questions facing humanity today. Our programmes bring fellows to London for 10–15 weeks to work with experienced mentors.
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"Pivotal helped me grow my professional network and launch my career in AI governance."
"The fellowship allowed me to work with top AI safety researchers — a great privilege early in my career. People were surprised what can be accomplished in two months, including me."
"I'm more bullish on starting projects or a startup compared to research since starting at Pivotal. [I am also] more confident now that AI governance is the most important thing."
"I thought I would like it and it would be good for my career, but I actually liked it more than I thought and think it was better for my career than I thought."
"I think the Pivotal research fellowship accelerated my AI safety career by 15 months in expectation."
"The fellowship sharpened my thinking on AI security and helped me figure out where I can have the most impact in AI policy."
"Tremendously educational, inspirational, and fun. I'd highly recommend joining — it was one of the most enjoyable work environments of my life."
"My first independent AI safety project since university. I was intimidated, but the team was supportive, and I surprised myself by how much I achieved."
9.1/10
Average fellow rating
£6–8k
Stipend, fully funded
10–15 weeks
In London with travel and housing support
