Global Challenges Project (GCP) is running intensive three-day workshops in 2025 to help students deepen their understanding of AI safety and biosecurity, meet like-minded peers, and gain career insights.

We currently have six workshops planned for 2025. Applications for our next workshop in Boston are due in less than one week—apply by Sunday, December 15th.

What happens at a GCP workshop?

Our workshops are designed to help students gain a deeper understanding of AI safety and biosecurity, determine where they stand on these issues, and explore potential career paths in each field.

Our workshops provide:

• Comprehensive overviews of AI safety and biosecurity fundamentals
• Opportunities to connect with like-minded students who think seriously about effective altruism, AI safety, and biosecurity
• Insights from professionals working in the field
• Career guidance, recommendations, and resources tailored to AI safety and biosecurity

You can find our full workshop schedule here.

Am I a good fit?

We are looking for students (aged 18+) who have demonstrated interest in learning more about AI safety and biosecurity. You might be a good fit if any of these describe you:

• You’re interested in exploring these fields because you think they’re worth seriously considering, but you aren’t yet sure how high priority they are
• You’ve engaged with introductory materials on effective altruism, AI safety, or biosecurity, and you’re thinking through your cause prioritization, but you’re unsure about next steps and feel like you would benefit from engaging in discussions with others
• You’re motivated to contribute to AI safety or biosecurity and are currently trying to plan your career around contributing to these fields

To accommodate a range of backgrounds, we assign pre-reading materials to all attendees before the workshop to get them up to speed with the basics of AI safety and biosecurity.

See our advice for applying to our workshops for more resources on applying.

Note: A rejected application is not a signal that you shouldn’t continue exploring these fields or applying for future opportunities. Our admissions process aims to select applicants who we think might benefit most from the workshop given the stage that they are at right now.

How much does it cost?

Each workshop has a ticket fee of $35, which includes catered meals and on-site accommodation during the workshop. Travel support is available for those who are otherwise unable to attend.

What can I do?

• Apply now! The application takes 15-30 minutes to complete.
• Express interest: Stay informed about future workshops here.
• Spread the word: Share this opportunity with friends or peers who might benefit.