Google Community AI Fellowship

The Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship, powered by Watson Institute, is a fully funded program for community leaders and entrepreneurs using AI and technology to drive local impact in regions where Google operates data centers.

What you get:

➤ Fully funded entrepreneurship and AI skills training led by expert practitioners ➤ Dedicated mentorship from technical experts and Watson Institute's global network ➤ $1,000 community development stipend to design and run a local Basecamp workshop ➤ Pitch coaching and a slot at the Virtual Summit attended by investors and Google leaders ➤ Access to Google AI products and Grow with Google Career Certificate scholarships ➤ A lifetime alumni network with ongoing mentorship and funding introductions What you'll do:

➤ Join virtual workshops three days a week from September 1, 2026 to January 14, 2027 ➤ Commit roughly eight to ten hours per week across workshops, mentorship, and community work ➤ Design and lead a one-day Basecamp training for earlier-stage entrepreneurs in your community ➤ Integrate Google AI tools into your local solution and strengthen your venture's finances ➤ Present your venture at the January 14, 2027 Virtual Summit to investors and Google representatives Submit by the July 12, 2026 priority deadline for early review. Applications continue on a rolling basis until all spots are filled, with final decisions announced August 3, 2026.

• Open to applicants aged 18 or older
• Based in or serving one of the listed Google data center communities in the US, Netherlands, Finland, or UK
• Community leader or entrepreneur with a local solution showing early traction or measurable impact
• Using or planning to use AI or technology in your initiative
• Priority for ventures in AI skills training, workforce development, or career pathways
• Both for-profit and nonprofit structures welcome
• Able to commit fully to the September 2026 to January 2027 schedule
• No application fees
• social-entrepreneurs
• young-leaders
• changemakers