OpenAI Student Collective
Apply to become an OpenAI Campus Lead. Help students gain confidence using ChatGPT and Codex while building projects together.
Students have been among the first to find new ways AI can support learning, creativity, and problem-solving. As OpenAI builds more capable tools, we believe students will continue leading the way and bring others along with them.
The OpenAI Student Collective gives undergraduate Campus Leads the tools, training, funding, and support to help that energy grow on campus.
We’re looking for students excited to bring peers from every field together, help them gain confidence with OpenAI tools, and showcase what they create with a global community.
Applications are open through August 10, 2026 at 11:59pm PT. Learn more and apply below.
How the program works
Campus Leads work in pairs to create a place where students learn the latest AI tools, start projects, and share what they create along the way.
Workshops
Welcoming events where students learn new AI skills, explore what they can make, and choose a project to keep building during Studio Hours.
Four per semester
Studio Hours
Weekly coworking sessions where students spend focused time on their projects, connect with peers, and get help when they need it.
Weekly
Showcases
Campus-wide celebrations of what students are creating with AI.
Once each semester
Community
A shared space for students to stay connected, ask questions, and discover upcoming opportunities.
Ongoing
What you’ll receive
- A ChatGPT subscription and Codex credits for the duration of the program
- Funding, credits, and merch to help you organize campus events
- Training, resources, and guidance on the latest OpenAI tools and technology
- Access to the OpenAI team and a global network of Campus Leads
- A cash stipend each semester in recognition of your time and leadership
- Opportunities for a HQ visit in June 2027 and other surprises along the way
From the student community
How to apply
Applications are now open through August 10, 2026 at 11:59pm PT.
Students from every discipline are encouraged to apply. We’re looking for undergraduate students who are curious, community-minded, and excited to introduce others to AI.
Qualifications
- You love ChatGPT, Codex, and OpenAI tools.
- You’re 18 years or older.
- You’re enrolled in an undergraduate college or university program as of August 2026 and expect to graduate after December 2027.
- You’re committed to 4–6 hours per week of participation from August 2026–June 2027.
- You study in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, India, Japan, or South Korea and have work authorization in your country of study. Studying elsewhere? You can register your interest by submitting an application, and we’ll let you know when the Collective becomes available in your country.
- You’re not currently an ambassador or intern for any other AI programs or companies.