Deadline: August 31, 2026
Applications are open for the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence (CAAI) Second Year AI Fellowship 2026-2027. The CAAI Fellowship Program is a new initiative that supports Booth MBA students who want to take an active role in shaping the AI community at Chicago Booth. Through the program, fellows receive funding for a proposed AI-related initiatives, as well as mentorship from CAAI staff, involvement in CAAI events, and connections with Booth alumni building careers in AI.
Fellows hold their position for the duration of their enrollment at Booth. Second Year Fellows are eligible to apply for funding for activities including:
- Attendance of AI-related conferences and events
- Organization of AI-themed events at Booth
- Other activities evaluated on a case-by-case basis
Benefits
- A maximum of $1,000 is available per AI-related initiative, proposal, supported activity, etc.
- AI Fellows will have access to support services from CAAI staff as well as opportunities to engage with Booth alumni leaders in the AI space.
- Fellows will have the opportunity to contribute to the organization of CAAI events as well as op-ed style reflection pieces.
- AI Fellows belong to a unique cohort of engaged learners, and second-year AI Fellows will offer light guidance and mentorship to first-year MBA AI Fellows.
Eligibility
- Open to second-year MBA students only.
- Students should have a genuine interest in artificial intelligence and a vision for how to engage and energize the broader Booth ecosystem around it.
Application
Applications due Monday, August 31 at 11:59pm CT.
For more information, visit CAAI Second Year AI Fellowship.
