About the role#
We are looking for an AI Fellow to work directly with our co-founders. This is a three-month, full-time, paid fellowship. You will act as an in-house guide and builder, helping us embed AI across our editorial, product, and business functions. This is a hands-on role where you will move between technical prototyping and strategic advising.
What you'll do#
- Brief founders and leadership on key developments in LLMs and applied AI.
- Build and test prototypes for internal tools, workflows, and product ideas.
- Pressure-test emerging AI use cases across editorial, revenue, product, and operations.
- Identify high-leverage opportunities where AI can increase speed, quality, and impact.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical applications for non-technical leaders.
What you'll need#
- Extensive experience working hands-on with LLMs and generative AI tools.
- Experience building and shipping applied AI projects or prototypes.
- Familiarity with model fine-tuning, embeddings, APIs, or AI orchestration frameworks.
- Strong problem-solving and structured thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong preference for a Winter 2026 college graduate.
- Strong preference for candidates located in the DC metro area.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia (On-site).
- Term: Three months.
- Salary: $6,000 to $7,000 per month.
About Axios
Axios is a news organization based in Arlington, Virginia. Founded in 2017, the company produces original coverage on politics, business, technology, and media trends. It operates as a privately held entity with 646 employees. The company focuses on delivering news through a mobile platform.
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