EA - Apply now for the EU Tech Policy Fellowship 2023 by Jan-WillemvanPutten

Link to original articleWelcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Apply now for the EU Tech Policy Fellowship 2023, published by Jan-WillemvanPutten on November 11, 2022 on The Effective Altruism Forum.Announcing the EU Tech Policy Fellowship 2023, an 8-month programme to catapult ambitious graduates into high-impact career paths in EU policy, mainly working on the topic of AI Governance.SummaryTraining for Good is excited to announce the second edition of the EU Tech Policy Fellowship. This programme enables promising EU citizens to launch careers focused on regulating high-priority emerging technologies, mainly AI. Apply here by December 11th.This fellowship consists of three components:Remote study group (July - August, 4 hours a week): A 6 week part-time study group covering AI governance & technology policy fundamentals.2 x Policy training in Brussels (June 26-30 and September 3 - 8 exact date TBC): Two intensive week-long bootcamps in Brussels featuring workshops, guest lectures from relevant experts and networking events.Fellows will then participate in one of two tracks depending on their interests.Track 1 (September - February full time): Fellows will be matched with a host organisation working on European tech regulation for a ~5 month placement between September 2023 and February 2024.Host organisations include The Future Society, Centre for European Policy Studies, and German Marshall Fund (among others).Track 2 (September): Fellows will receive job application support and guidance to pursue a career in the European Commission, party politics or related policy jobs in Europe.This may include career workshops, feedback on CVs, interview training and mentorship from experienced policy professionals.Other important points:If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the program and whether or not it’s the right fit for you, Training for Good will be hosting an informal information session on Thursday November 24 (5.30pm CET), please subscribe here for that session.This fellowship is only open to EU citizens.Modest stipends are available to cover living and relocation costs. We expect most stipends to be between €1,750 and €2,250 per monthFor track 1, stipends are available for up to 6 months while participating in placements.For track 2, stipends are available for up to 1 month while exploring and applying for policy roles.Apply here by December 11th.The ProgrammeThe programme spans a maximum of 8 months from June 2023 to February 2024, is fully cost-covered, and where needed, participants can avail of stipends to cover living costs. It consists of 4 major parts:Policy training in Brussels (June 26-30, dates TBC): An intensive week-long bootcamp in Brussels featuring workshops, guest lectures from relevant experts and networking events.Main focus: Understanding Brussels bubble (including networking) and creating your own goals for the FellowshipAll accomodation, food & travel costs will be fully covered by Training for GoodRemote study group (July - August): A 7 week study group covering AI governance & technology policy fundamentals. Every week consists of ~4 hours of readings, a 1 hour discussion and a guest lecture.Policy training in Brussels (September 3-8, dates TBC): An intensive week-long bootcamp in Brussels featuring workshops, guest lectures from relevant experts and networking events.The goal of this week is to come up with a policy proposal, inspired by the latest insights from governance research covered in the 7 week reading group.All accomodation, food & travel costs will be fully covered by Training for GoodFellows will then participate in one of two tracks depending on their interests.Track 1 (September - February): Fellows will be matched with a host organisation working on European tech regulation for a ~5 month placement between September 2023 and February 202...