Student Gig - French Speakers, Paid Study in NYC

Mindrift • New York, NY

13h • $1,200 - $1,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Mindrift is recruiting native French speakers living 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, and how usage differs across languages and cultures. Participants will help researchers understand how French speakers use their devices so future products can better support them.

Participants will spend 1–3 days with the research team, walk researchers through their everyday phone and app use, share examples of their phone activity (choosing what to include), 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 and stop at any time. The study is compensated at $1,200–$1,600 for the full study. Applicants register on Mindrift and complete a 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 French speaker who grew up in France.
• Use French in everyday life, such as texting friends, email, or notes.
• Have used a smartphone as the 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

• The study may be a good fit for international students, people new to New York City, 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 everyday use of a phone and favorite apps.
• Share examples of everyday phone activity, choosing what to include.
• Complete a short questionnaire about phone and digital-tool habits.

Benefits

• $1,200–$1,600 compensation for the full study.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed