The Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) is now accepting applications for the Digital Safety Fellow 2026–2027, an exciting graduate fellowship for students interested in emerging technology, digital policy, online safety, and youth wellbeing.
This highly competitive fellowship offers a $10,000 grant award and the opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading organizations focused on making the online world safer for children and families.
The fellowship runs from September 2026 to May 2027 and is based in a hybrid format in Washington, D.C.
About the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)
FOSI is an international nonprofit organization that works to make the internet safer for children and families through research, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration.
The organization partners with technology companies, policymakers, educators, and parents to address issues such as:
- Digital wellbeing
- Child online protection
- Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
- Social media safety
- Privacy and cybersecurity
Fellowship Overview
The Digital Safety Fellow will help bridge the gap between technology and policy by testing and evaluating newly launched technologies, assessing their impact on children and families, and translating findings into accessible content that informs FOSI’s research, advocacy, and communications efforts.
Fellowship Details
- Host Organization: Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)
- Program Type: Graduate Fellowship
- Location: Hybrid | Washington, D.C., USA
- Duration: September 2026 – May 2027
- Grant Award: $10,000
- Application Status: Open
Responsibilities
The selected fellow will:
- Test and evaluate emerging technologies and AI tools
- Research their implications for children and families
- Produce accessible reports, articles, and educational content
- Contribute to policy and advocacy initiatives
- Support communications and public outreach efforts
Benefits of the Fellowship
Participants will gain:
- A $10,000 fellowship grant
- Practical experience in technology policy and online safety
- Mentorship from experts in digital wellbeing
- Exposure to research and advocacy work
- Opportunities to contribute to high-impact policy discussions
- Professional networking in Washington, D.C.
Ideal Candidate Profile
FOSI is seeking graduate students who are:
- Passionate about online safety and youth wellbeing
- Interested in emerging technologies and AI
- Skilled in research and analysis
- Strong writers and communicators
- Able to translate complex issues into accessible content
Why You Should Apply
The rapid development of AI, social media, and other digital tools is reshaping childhood and family life. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to examine these changes firsthand and contribute to meaningful policy and advocacy work that helps protect children online.
For students pursuing careers in technology policy, public affairs, cybersecurity, education, or nonprofit leadership, the FOSI Digital Safety Fellowship provides valuable experience and a respected professional credential.
Application Timeline
- Program Period: September 2026 – May 2027
- Application Deadline: Check the official FOSI fellowship page for the most current deadline information.
How to Apply
Learn more and submit your application through the official FOSI website.
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