Applications are currently being accepted for the Gates Foundation AI Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Gates Foundation AI Fellowship
Gates Foundation is offering a prestigious AI Fellow opportunity based in New Delhi. This full-time, 12-month fellowship is designed for early-career professionals eager to apply artificial intelligence to global health, development, and education challenges.
Benefits of Gates Foundation AI Fellowship
The fellowship offers a highly rewarding professional experience, including:
- Opportunity to work on high-impact global challenges
- Access to a powerful network of:
- NGOs
- Governments
- Academic institutions
- Mentorship from experts in AI, health, and development
- Hands-on leadership of real-world projects
- Contribution to digital public goods and equitable AI systems
Gates Foundation AI Fellowship Requirements
- Education: Candidates preferably with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Applied Math, or relevant field).
- AI Technology: Proficiency in ML/AI modeling, software engineering, model evaluation, LLM deployment, and data wrangling, with evidence of applied coursework, research, internships, or early professional experience.
- AI Applications & Professional Experience: Early-career builders with demonstrated applied experience in-line with the projects mentioned above (via internships, research, or 3+ years of work), with enthusiasm and literacy to use modern AI tools safely and pragmatically (direct AI research experience not required).
- Collaborative Mindset: Strong teamwork and adaptability, with experience working cross-functionally in complex environments.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Mission-Driven Ethos: Deep motivation to apply AI responsibly for public good, with alignment to equitable development and global health impact.
- Builder and Teacher Mindset: Hands-on experience building prototypes with LLMs (e.g., using open-source tools or API-based platforms) and a willingness to share learnings openly. Ability to teach and enable others, not just deliver technical outputs.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
13 April, 2026
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