SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI, a leader in artificial intelligence research, is excited to announce its call for applications for the prestigious OpenAI Fellows and Interns programs for the year 2019.

Fellows Program

The OpenAI Fellows program offers a unique opportunity for individuals currently studying AI or seeking to transition from diverse fields into AI research. The program aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in artificial intelligence research.

Selected Fellows undergo a comprehensive curriculum crafted by OpenAI’s esteemed researchers during the initial two months of the program. Following this, Fellows spend the subsequent four months working on a research project tailored to their interests, under the mentorship of experienced professionals at OpenAI. This six-month immersive experience is designed specifically for those aspiring to pursue a career in AI research and leverage their existing expertise in other domains.

What We’re Looking For

We encourage applicants from various backgrounds, including genetics, software engineering, physics, and theoretical computer science, to apply. Priority will be given to candidates who can commit to joining OpenAI full-time post-program. We seek individuals with a fervent passion for research, demonstrated by their previous project experiences.

Key Dates for the Fellows Program:

• Applications Open: October 9, 2018
• Applications Close: November 5, 2018
• Cohort Starts: February 4, 2019
• Cohort Ends: August 2, 2019

For inquiries regarding the Fellows program, please email fellows@openai.com.

Interns Program

The OpenAI Interns program offers aspiring researchers an opportunity to work alongside OpenAI’s dedicated teams and contribute to cutting-edge AI research. Interns engage in impactful projects, such as robotics research, and conduct their own investigations into AI under the guidance of experienced mentors.

What We’re Looking For

We seek self-directed individuals with a proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Practical skills, including the ability to implement ideas efficiently and communicate effectively, are highly valued. Additionally, candidates with a strong scientific background, evidenced by single-author papers or significant open-source contributions to the machine learning community, are encouraged to apply.

Key Dates for the Interns Program:

• Early Decision Applications Close: November 2, 2018
• General Admission Applications Close: March 15, 2019 (International) / April 15, 2019 (US)
• Internship Period: 3 months, starting May 2019

For inquiries regarding the Interns program, please email internships@openai.com.

Selection Criteria FAQs

Fellows

• You aspire to transition into AI research.
• You can demonstrate your interest in AI research through past projects or significant self-study.

Interns

• You are in your final year of a PhD or undergraduate degree and available to work within a year of completing your internship.
• You possess a strong body of scientific work, with a focus on first-author papers and open-source contributions to the ML community.
• You have strong engineering skills and a primary interest in research.

OpenAI encourages talented individuals passionate about advancing AI research to apply for these exciting opportunities. For further details and application guidelines, please visit the OpenAI website.