Congressional Boot Camp on AI

Congressional staff play a key role in shaping and developing policy on critical technology areas such as artificial intelligence (AI). Rapid advancements in AI make it challenging for many, and especially Congressional staff, to keep up with a quickly evolving field. The Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI (HAI) specifically designed the Congressional Boot Camp on Artificial Intelligence to explore the latest in AI developments, equipping participants with the comprehensive knowledge needed to think critically about regulating and governing this emerging technology.

The boot camp is a great opportunity for staffers to learn from leading scholars in AI. Not only will participants have ample opportunity to engage with featured speakers, but also to connect with fellow staffers who are thinking about the same issues. Further, staffers will receive a Stanford University certificate of completion upon the conclusion of the boot camp. We encourage staffers working on technology issues to apply.

Participants will receive round-trip airfare to Stanford University from Washington, DC, lodging near the Stanford campus, meals that are part of the boot camp, and ground transportation in the Bay Area. Stanford HAI diligently complies with congressional ethics rules.

Mid- to senior-level congressional staff with a keen interest in AI and emerging technology policy are encouraged to apply. We currently do not accept applications from congressional fellows, as this program is designed for permanent congressional staff. Please also keep in mind that applicants should be ready to participate in-person if accepted - there are no virtual participation options. Please note this program is only open to accepted congressional staff.