Note: Sharing this workshop since LW has a lot of people interested in testing their fit for AI Governance. Sorry if this too spammy for this forum, feel free to let me know if so. 


If you're interested in a job tackling tough problems at the intersection of AI, innovation, and national security, consider applying to Horizon’s AI Innovation & Security Policy Workshop, taking place July 11-13 in Washington DC.

What do you get? 

• Through hands-on sessions, expert panels, and networking opportunities, participants will gain practical insights into policy careers and develop the skills needed to effectively bridge the gap between the technology and policy worlds.
• Dive into the critical issues of AI innovation and security policy, including:
  • National security applications and implications of AI
  • Energy production and grid capacity for data centers
  • Global technological competition, export controls, and China’s AI ecosystem
  • Model testing and evaluation frameworks
  • The intersection of AI, cyber security, and critical infrastructure
• Past Horizon workshop participants have said:
  • “The workshop was my first step into my new career trajectory and it was inspiring to hear from such amazing speakers and meet like-minded peers.”
  • “Horizon gave me the confidence to change my career and move to DC to work in government. I also gained a new network of friends and learned about emerging tech.”
  • “I doubt I would have made the transition into policy without the Horizon workshop.” 

Who is it for? 

• This workshop is for US citizens from all backgrounds and experience levels.
• We welcome technologists, researchers, industry experts, and other professionals who bring valuable domain knowledge but may be unfamiliar with policy processes or government.
• No prior policy experience is required. 

Speakers include (more to be announced): 

• Samuel Hammond – Chief Economist @ Foundation for American Innovation
• Lennart Heim – AI and compute policy @ RAND
• Neil Chilson – Head of AI Policy @ Abundance Institute, former CTO @ FTC
• Ryan Arant – Director of the N7 Initiative @ Atlantic Council, former Director on NSC and NEC in Trump #1
• Ella Guest – AI capability evaluations @ RAND
• Satya Thallam – Senior Fellow @ Foundation for American Innovation, former OMB in Trump #1 and Senate HSGAC staff 

Want to learn more? Check out the workshop page and apply by May 4th