Application Guide
How to Apply for Generalist, Groups
at Kairos Project
🏢 About Kairos Project
The Kairos Project is a unique nonprofit dedicated to reducing catastrophic risks from nuclear weapons, but this role focuses on AI safety, indicating a forward-thinking approach to global threats. Working here means contributing to high-impact work with a small, mission-driven team, likely offering significant autonomy and the chance to shape the future of AI safety.
About This Role
As the Generalist for Groups, you'll be the backbone of the AI safety university group ecosystem, empowering student organizers through mentorship, funding, and events. Your work will directly build the pipeline of future AI safety professionals, making this role critical to the field's growth.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve checking emails from group organizers, hopping on a call to mentor a student leader, and updating the fellowship's application tracker. You might spend the afternoon planning an upcoming OASIS workshop, coordinating with venues and speakers, and then reviewing grant requests. The day ends with brainstorming improvements to communication templates to better support organizers.
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🎯 Who Kairos Project Is Looking For
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📝 Tips for Applying to Kairos Project
Highlight your own experience organizing an AI safety group, with specific metrics like number of events, attendees, or successful transitions to AI safety roles.
Showcase your knowledge of the AI safety landscape by mentioning specific organizations, researchers, or initiatives you've engaged with.
Demonstrate your project management skills with examples of systems you've built or improved, such as application processes or communication workflows.
Tailor your resume to emphasize 'high agency' by describing times you took initiative without being asked.
In your cover letter, explicitly connect your past organizing experience to the responsibilities of this role, showing you understand the group's needs.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
- Your personal motivation for AI safety and why you're committed to building the pipeline. - Specific examples of how you've supported other organizers or students in the past. - Your vision for improving the Pathfinder Fellowship and group support systems. - Your ability to work remotely and autonomously in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Research the Kairos Project's mission and recent initiatives, especially their work on AI safety and nuclear risk.
- → Look up the Pathfinder Fellowship and OASIS workshops to understand the programs you'll be managing.
- → Familiarize yourself with the broader AI safety university group landscape, including other organizations like AI Safety Support or local groups.
- → Read recent publications or blog posts from Kairos Project leadership to understand their strategic priorities.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't focus solely on your academic achievements; this role is about community building and practical support.
- Avoid being vague about your organizing experience; use concrete examples and outcomes.
- Don't overlook the nuclear risk aspect; even though the role is AI safety, the company's broader mission matters, so show you understand the connection.
📅 Application Timeline
⏰ Deadline: September 25, 2026
We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
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Good luck with your application to Kairos Project!