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HIIG Impact AI Fellowship 2027 in Berlin
Updated 27 October 2026
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The Alexander von Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) in Berlin invites applications for its Impact AI Fellowship 2027. Fellows investigate a real AI application and assess whether it really delivers the benefits it claims for people, society or the environment.
What you'll do
- Join a method workshop to learn HIIG's Impact AI assessment approach
- Investigate a real AI case, gathering evidence on its impact
- Co-author a case report that assesses the AI application against 25 criteria
- Work with researchers and fellows from around the world
Fellowship details
- Dates: 16 August – 22 October 2027 (10 weeks)
- In-person weeks in Berlin (compulsory): 16–20 August and 4–8 October 2027
- Other weeks: can be remote or part-time, by agreement
- Preparatory session: 11 May 2027 (compulsory, online)
Stipend and costs
- €5,000 stipend in total for the whole fellowship (including any tax or social security costs in your home country)
- Travel and accommodation support is considered case by case
- Not covered: health insurance, visa costs and meals
Who can apply
- A master's degree (completed)
- No academic publication record needed
- An interest in AI, technology and its real impact on society
- Able to travel to Berlin for the two in-person weeks
- Open to all nationalities
Documents you need
Combine everything into one file:
- CV (up to four pages), required
- Motivation letter (up to two pages), required
- AI project description (up to two pages), optional: an AI application you would like to investigate
How to apply
- Read the call and FAQ on the official HIIG page.
- Join an online information session (no registration needed): 10 November 2026 (10 am) or 17 November 2026 (3 pm), Berlin time.
- Prepare your CV and motivation letter, plus the optional project description.
- Submit your single file through the online form on the HIIG page by 15 January 2027.
Key dates
| Stage |
Date |
| Online info sessions |
10 and 17 November 2026 |
| Application deadline |
15 January 2027 |
| Preparatory session |
11 May 2027 |
| Fellowship |
16 August – 22 October 2027 |
Tips
- Suggest a real AI case you know well, such as a tool used in health, agriculture, education or finance in your country.
- Show your research and analytical skills in your CV and letter, even without publications.
- Plan your visa early if you need a Schengen visa for Germany.
- Applying is free. Never pay anyone to apply for you.