Are you ready to make a real difference in the world through research? The AIM Research Program (ARP) empowers you to help address some of the world’s most pressing challenges with rigorous, evidence-based research. This fully funded, 12-week program provides the skills, mentorship, and tools you need to produce impactful, decision-relevant work.

Applications are now open for the next edition of the AIM Research Program, running from April 7 to June 27, 2025. If you’re passionate about impact-focused research, this is your chance to join our program. Applications close on February 2nd, 2025.

What is the AIM Research Program?

The AIM Research Program is a 12-week, fully funded initiative designed to train exceptional researchers in impact-driven methodologies. Participants will:

• Work on high-impact research projects with expert mentorship.
• Contribute to decision-influencing reports on global health, animal welfare, and other priority areas.
• Develop critical skills in analysis, problem-solving, and research methodologies tailored for effectiveness-minded organizations.

By the end of the program, you’ll have:

• A portfolio of impactful research outputs.
• Practical experience that strengthens your career capital.
• The tools and confidence to produce high-quality, decision-relevant research.

Program Details

• Dates: April 7 - June 27, 2025
• Location: Online
• Who can apply: Open globally. Prior research experience isn’t required, but strong analytical skills and a commitment to impact are essential.

Who Should Apply?

This program is ideal for:

• Motivated individuals who want to produce trusted research to improve resource allocation for effectiveness-minded organizations.
• Early-career researchers looking to expand their toolkit and gain hands-on experience with real-world projects.
• Experienced researchers in areas like global health, animal advocacy, and mental health who want to approach their work through an effectiveness-focused lens.

What We Offer

• 12 weeks of training and research:
  • Four weeks of self-directed learning, projects, and workshops.
  • Eight weeks of hands-on work supported by AIM mentors.
• Pre-vetted research topics that are promising but neglected.
• Stipends to cover living costs during (and potentially after) the program. We offer additional support for dependents or childcare needs to ensure financial constraints don’t limit your participation.
• Access to AIM’s complete research toolkit, including templates, methodologies, and resources.

What about AIM’s other programs? 

Applications for the Charity Entrepreneurship (CE) Incubation Program and the October 2025 AIM Research Program (ARP) cohort will open on February 3, 2025. If you’re interested in the April ARP cohort, apply using the form below and indicate any additional interest in ARP October or CE.

If you’re only interested in CE, the October ARP cohort, or both (but not ARP April), please wait for the February 3rd form to apply.

How to Apply

You can submit your application through the link below before February 2nd.