Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society (BKC) has opened applications for its 2025–2026 fellowship cohort, welcoming individuals from academia, recent post-doctoral graduates, and accomplished non-academic professionals. Fellows will work in residence at BKC’s campus in Cambridge, MA, engaging in independent research, collaborative projects, and strategic problem-solving within one of five emerging digital society workstreams. The program aims to foster a diverse, interdisciplinary cohort tackling urgent issues in technology, AI, and digital communication.
Fellowship Benefits Package
- Stipend Support: Up to $75,000 annually for fellows without external funding and $10,000 top-up stipend for fellows with outside or sabbatical funding.
- Office and Workspace: Shared collaborative office space at Harvard Law School’s campus.
- Access to Harvard Resources:
- Full access to Harvard’s libraries and research facilities.
- Potential to audit university courses with professor approval.
- Eligibility to connect with university organizations and possibly teach (case-by-case basis).
- Visa Sponsorship: International fellows are eligible for visa sponsorship through the Harvard International Office.
- Health Insurance Options: Eligible fellows may purchase insurance via Harvard University’s health policy.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
BKC welcomes applications under three distinct fellowship tracks:
1# Academic Fellowship
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- For full-time faculty members (assistant, associate, or full professors).
- Must show deep engagement in AI or networked communication topics.
- Strong record of published work and collaborative potential.
2# Post-doctoral Fellowship
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- Open to scholars recently awarded or soon to receive a terminal degree (by Sept 2025).
- Should not be enrolled in any degree program during the fellowship year.
- Must show strong scholarly engagement and contribution to AI/social media discourse.
3# Non-academic Fellowship
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- For experienced professionals outside academia.
- Proven record of expertise and publication in AI or social media fields.
- Eager to contribute to collaborative, solution-oriented projects.
All fellows are expected to reside in the Greater Boston area and work from the Berkman Klein Center offices between September 2025 and May 2026.
Apply: https://cyber.harvard.edu/getinvolved/fellowships/2526Fellows
Application Timeline
The last date to apply for the 2025–2026 Fellowship at the Berkman Klein Center is April 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
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