OpenAI is betting millions on building AI talent from the ground up amid
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OpenAI's residency program targets aspiring AI researchers from fields like physics and neuroscience, providing a six-month, paid opportunity to enter the AI sector. The program seeks individuals who are passionate rather than traditional candidates pursuing Ph.D.s in AI. Participants receive a competitive salary of $210,000 annually, considered a bargain in the competitive AI talent market. The program fosters a mission-driven culture and effectively cultivates future talent, as nearly all successful residents transition into full-time roles within the company.
OpenAI's residency program offers a six-month, full-time paid pathway for aspiring AI researchers from adjacent fields like physics or neuroscience into the AI industry.
The program attracts passionate individuals who are not seeking Ph.D.s in machine learning or AI, but want to contribute to artificial general intelligence.
OpenAI residents earn an annualized salary of $210,000 for the six-month program, significantly lower than industry standards, which can include nine-figure bonuses.
Nearly every resident who performs well receives a full-time offer, indicating a successful strategy for cultivating mission-driven talent.
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