Finnish Speaker Study Participant - NYC, $1,200-1,600

Mindrift•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mindrift is recruiting native Finnish speakers living in New York City for a paid, in-person research study about how people use phones, apps, and everyday digital tools, and how those habits differ across languages and cultures. The study will help researchers understand how Finnish speakers use their devices so future products can better serve them. Participants will spend 1–3 days with the research team in Midtown Manhattan. They will demonstrate how they use their phone and favorite apps in daily life, share examples of everyday phone activity of their choosing, and complete a short questionnaire about their habits. Participation is voluntary and covered by a signed consent form explaining what is involved. Participants may ask questions at any time and may stop whenever they like. The posting describes the study as a 3-day in-person commitment, with availability for three consecutive days required (Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday). Compensation is $1,200–$1,600 for the full study. To apply, register on Mindrift and complete a short screening questionnaire; shortlisted participants will be contacted to confirm session dates.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and currently live in New York City.
Be a native Finnish speaker who grew up in Finland.
Use Finnish in everyday life, such as texting friends, email, or notes.
Have used a smartphone as your main personal phone for at least 3 years.
Be comfortable communicating in English.
Be available for 3 consecutive days, Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday.
Not currently be employed by a technology or AI company.

Nice To Haves

A flexible schedule; the posting notes that international students, people new to New York City, and people between jobs may be a good fit.

Responsibilities

Spend 1–3 days with the research team in Midtown Manhattan.
Walk the research team through how you use your phone and favorite apps in daily life.
Share examples of everyday phone activity with the research team; you decide what is included.
Complete a short questionnaire about your habits.