AI Fellow
Axios · Washington, D.C.
About this role
**The big picture** AI is central to how Axios builds, operates, and innovates. Axios is hiring an **AI Fellow** to work directly with the co-founders as an in-house AI guide and builder. **Why you matter** This is a highly selective opportunity for a technically sophisticated builder who lives and breathes AI and is excited to apply that expertise inside a fast-moving, mission-driven media company. You’ll track and interpret major developments in LLMs and emerging AI tools, prototype new product ideas, and pressure-test initiatives that could shape how Axios leverages AI across editorial, product, and business functions. > This is not a traditional internship—you won’t be shadowing someone. You’ll be the person we’re learning from. **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 meaningfully increase speed, quality, and impact - Translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical applications for non-technical leaders **About you** - Deeply curious about AI and its real-world applications - Think in systems and frameworks—not just prompts - Comfortable navigating ambiguity and experimenting quickly - Able to clearly explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences - Can operate at both technical and strategic levels (build in the morning, brief founders in the afternoon) - Strong preference for a **Winter 2026** college graduate - Strong preference for candidates located in the **DC metro area** **Skills** - Extensive hands-on experience 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 - Excellent written and verbal communication **Program details** - **Three-month paid fellowship** - Full-time, temporary position **Compensation** Salary: **$6,000–$7,000 per month** (3-month term), dependent on factors including location, work experience, and skills. This range does not include other compensation or benefits. **Axios AI commitment** Axios is committed to embracing AI as a core part of how they work. Team members are expected to actively develop AI literacy and use AI tools to enhance productivity, creativity, and efficiency. **Equal Opportunity Employer** Axios is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics under federal, state, or local laws.
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