Career Advising
80,000 HoursRemoteBuilding the movementEffective careersCommunications and outreach
This role is on our board because we think it is an unusually effective way to spend a career. How we reason about it
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Why this is on the board
This is not a vacancy but a free conversation with a careers adviser at 80,000 Hours, an organisation that researches which global problems are most urgent, such as the risks from AI. The leverage is in their network: an adviser can introduce you to people hiring in those fields, and an introduction like that sometimes opens doors that a cover letter keeps shut.
About the role
Free one-on-one career advising service helping individuals identify high-impact career paths, particularly in AI safety and other pressing global problems. - Advisers review your options, evaluate causes and high-impact career paths, and help you assess fit. - Make introductions to experts, hiring managers, and professionals working in relevant fields to expand your network. - Provide guidance on practical next steps, including identifying promising job opportunities and creating actionable…
Requirements
| Language | English is enough |
|---|---|
| Work authorisation | Unclear |
| Screening | Not mentioned |
| Where you work | Remote · Remote |
| Level | Entry level |
| Stipend | Not stated |
| Posted | 24 July 2026 |
| Closes | No closing date given |
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What do you make of this?
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