The PIBBSS Fellowship is a fully funded ~3-month interdisciplinary program that connects researchers with AI safety mentors in Cape Town, South Africa. This fellowship offers a $3,000 monthly stipend, accommodation, and travel support, enabling fellows to work on projects at the intersection of their field and AI safety.
Principles of Intelligence (PrincInt) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation based in Minnesota, USA. The organization brings together researchers, mentors, and advisors from diverse scientific backgrounds to foster interdisciplinary AI safety research. Their alumni have gone on to positions at AI safety labs, UK AISI, academia, and independent research.
PIBBSS Fellowship Benefits
- $3,000/month stipend (full-time commitment)
- Accommodation provided: Private bedroom for each attendee (may be in a shared apartment)
- Workday meals provided at the office (lunch, dinner, snacks)
- One return flight for Cape Town, South Africa
- Short-term visa support letters available
- Pre-program reading group on AI risks (remote)
- Multi-day opening and closing retreat with cohort and AI safety researchers
- 3 month full-time research with dedicated mentor
- Shared office space with regular speaker talks and community events
- Final symposium presentation in Spring 2027
- Researchers motivated to contribute to AI safety with expertise in fields studying complex and intelligent systems
- Relevant fields include Mathematics, Neuroscience and cognitive science, Dynamical systems theory, Physics, Philosophy, Political and economic theory, Ecology and evolutionary biology, Linguistics, Media studies, Humanities
- Aimed at PhD and postdoctoral researchers, but welcome applicants with substantial research experience regardless of credentials
- Accept applicants from all countries
- Stage 1: Written application including CV/résumé, personal statement (600-800 words on research background and motivation), and past work samples (optional but recommended)
- Stage 2-4: Multiple interview rounds to discuss research interests, develop project proposals, and match with mentors
- Submit application via the official application form link provided on the website
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