About The Position

Mindrift is recruiting native German speakers who grew up in Germany and currently live in New York City for a paid, in-person research study in Midtown Manhattan. The study explores how people use phones, apps, and everyday digital tools across different languages and cultures. Participants will spend 1–3 days with the research team, demonstrate how they use their phone and favorite apps in everyday life, share examples of phone activity they choose to include, and complete a short questionnaire about their habits. Participation is voluntary and covered by a signed consent form. Participants may ask questions at any point and may stop whenever they choose. The posting describes the study as three days and asks for availability for three consecutive days, either Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday. It also states that sessions start October 16 on Friday. Compensation is $1,200–$1,600 for the full study. To apply, register on Mindrift and complete a short screening questionnaire; session dates will be confirmed for shortlisted applicants.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years old and currently live in New York City.
  • Be a native German speaker who grew up in Germany.
  • Use German 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 three consecutive days, Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday.
  • Not currently be employed by a tech or AI company.

Nice To Haves

  • The study may be a good fit for international students, people new to NYC, and people between jobs or with a flexible schedule.

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, choosing what to include.
  • Complete a short questionnaire about your habits.

Benefits

  • Compensation of $1,200–$1,600 for the full study.
  • Participation is voluntary and covered by a signed consent form explaining what is involved.
  • Participants can ask questions at any point and stop whenever they like.
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