> ## Documentation Index
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# AI Fellowship

> Learn about WorkBolt's AI Fellowship program for Dartmouth students.

## What is the AI Fellowship?

The AI Fellowship offers Dartmouth students paid opportunities (\$20/hr+) to gain hands-on experience working with cutting-edge Voice AI and conversational systems. Fellows help train state-of-the-art conversational AI models by contributing real, natural human conversations.

## What you'll do

As a **Voice AI Conversation Fellow**, you'll participate in natural, 15-minute conversation sessions with another fellow. These are unscripted, topic-based discussions designed to capture genuine human interaction. You and your conversation partner choose a meaningful topic and explore it together naturally.

## Who is eligible?

* Current **Dartmouth students**
* **American English speakers** (U.S.-based or raised speaking American English)
* No professional voice acting or recording experience required

<Note>
  At this time, we are actively prioritizing contributors whose primary language and accent are American English. Applicants may be asked to complete a short voice or accent verification before accessing conversation projects.
</Note>

## Pay and benefits

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  <Card title="Compensation" icon="dollar-sign">
    * **\$20/hr+** for conversation sessions
    * Payment based on completed sessions
    * Work around your academic schedule
    * Weekly payouts through Dots
  </Card>

  <Card title="Career benefits" icon="graduation-cap">
    * Paid training in Voice AI
    * Resume-building experience
    * Networking with YC, Dartmouth, Google, and Microsoft alumni
    * Industry exposure and career opportunities for top performers
  </Card>
</Columns>

## Equipment

We'll provide you with:

* A good-quality, **studio-grade microphone**
* Access to a **quiet recording space** with zero background noise

You'll just need a **stable internet connection**.

## How to apply

<Steps>
  <Step title="Submit your application">
    Apply through the AI Fellowship page on the WorkBolt website. The application includes basic information about yourself and your interest in the program.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Voice or accent verification">
    If selected, you'll complete a short voice or accent verification to confirm you're a clear American English speaker.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Get started">
    Accepted fellows receive onboarding materials, access to the recording environment, and can begin scheduling conversation sessions.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Fellowship FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Who is eligible to apply?">
    Current Dartmouth students who are American English speakers (U.S.-based or raised speaking American English). No professional voice acting or recording experience is required.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What will I be doing as a Voice AI Conversation Fellow?">
    You'll participate in natural, 15-minute conversation sessions with another fellow. These are unscripted, topic-based discussions designed to capture genuine human interaction. You and your conversation partner choose a meaningful topic and explore it together naturally.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How much will I get paid?">
    Fellows earn \$20/hr+ for their contributions. Payment is based on completed conversation sessions, and you can work around your academic schedule.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What equipment do I need?">
    We'll provide you with a good-quality, studio-grade microphone and access to a quiet recording space with zero background noise. You'll just need a stable internet connection.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What is the application process?">
    The process includes a short application followed by voice or accent verification if selected. We're looking for clear speakers who enjoy natural conversation.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What languages are you currently accepting?">
    At this time, we are actively prioritizing contributors whose primary language and accent are American English (United States). Applicants may be asked to complete a short voice or accent verification before accessing conversation projects.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Will there be future opportunities?">
    Yes! We will be launching new paid projects throughout the year, including global languages and area of study-specific projects (Economics, Government, Engineering, etc.). We encourage all students to apply even if a specific project is not yet live.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>