Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Michigan AI Explorer Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About University of Michigan AI Explorer Program
The AI Explorers Program is a global research and mentorship program designed to support high-potential pre-doctoral students in becoming competitive applicants for top PhD programs. This program connects talented researchers with leading mentors in the fields of AI. It offers structured guidance, research training, and a collaborative environment.
Over a period of 6–9 months, participants engage in sustained, mentored research while also receiving targeted preparation for graduate school applications. The program emphasizes both technical depth and professional development, ensuring that fellows not only produce meaningful research but also build a strong academic profile.
Benefits of University of Michigan AI Explorer Program
- The program is structured around consistent mentorship with weekly meetings with the assigned mentors to advance their research, participation in monthly cohort meetings to present progress and receive peer feedback, and attend monthly or bimonthly ACL mentorship sessions focused on research skills, career pathways, and graduate admissions.
University of Michigan AI Explorer Program Requirements
Mentee's Eligibilty
- This program looks for candidates driven by a strong interest in AI and ready to contribute to meaningful research.
- Applicants must be 18 or older by the start date, with a preference given to those in their final year of a Bachelor or MS degree.
- While we welcome applicants from across the world, in 2026 we specifically encourage applications from countries in Africa and Latin America.
Mentor's Eligibility:
- Mentors in the program consist of junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, senior PhD students, and experienced industry researchers, who offer higher-level academic supervision.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
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