Anthropic Fellows Program - Greenhouse
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job-boards.greenhouse.ioHere’s what’s currently known about the Anthropic Fellows Program for 2026 based on recent public updates.
Direct answer
- The Anthropic Fellows Program for 2026 has multiple cohorts planned for 2026, with applications typically rolling and cohorts starting around May, July, and September 2026. Applicants are usually offered a stipend, compute funding, and mentorship, with a goal of producing public outputs (often papers) and potential opportunities to join Anthropic full-time after the fellowship.[1][2][5]
Key details you might care about
- Structure and aims: The program is a four-month empirical AI safety research fellowship where fellows work closely with Anthropic researchers on safety-related topics, aiming to publish or present public outputs, and to align with Anthropic’s research priorities.[2][5]
- Compensation and resources: Fellows typically receive a weekly stipend or monthly funding (amounts reported around $3,850 per week / $2,310 per GBP equivalent, plus funding for compute) and mentorship to support their research projects.[5]
- Locations and eligibility: The program is open to candidates in the UK, USA, and remote-friendly arrangements, with opportunities for multinational participation; typical requirements include a technical background, demonstrated research ability, and a strong interest in AI safety and alignment.[10][2][5]
- Application timeline: In 2026, applications have been rolling with deadlines around April–April 26, 2026 in several sources; subsequent cohorts were noted to begin in May and July 2026, with ongoing opportunities for later starts in some cases.[2][5]
Examples of reported outcomes
- Past cohorts have produced publications and a notable portion have gone on to join Anthropic or other organizations in AI safety roles; this is highlighted as a common outcome in program summaries.[4][5]
What I can do next
- I can summarize the latest official application details (current deadlines, start dates, and required materials) from Anthropic’s own program pages and verified partner sites.
- I can help you assess your fit (tech background, domain areas like scalable oversight or mechanistic interpretability, and portfolio needs) and draft a targeted application plan.
- If you want, I can also assemble a quick, side-by-side comparison of 2025 vs 2026 cohorts based on the latest public postings to highlight any changes in stipend, duration, or eligibility.
Citations
- Information about rolling cohorts, expected July/September starts, and general program structure: Anthropic Fellows Program pages and related summaries.[5][2]
- Details on compensation and mentorship structure: program overviews and press coverage.[5]
If you’d like, tell me your location, technical background, and interest areas within AI safety, and I’ll tailor a step-by-step application plan and help draft your statement of interest.