German Translators and Swiss Native Speakers - Paid Study in NYC
Mindrift • United States, Germany
Education
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Type
Hourly
Pay
$1/hr equivalent
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5d ago
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About this role
From the Mindrift listing
Mindrift is running a research study on how people use their phones, apps and everyday digital tools, and how that differs across languages and cultures. We’re looking for native German speakers in New York to join a paid, 3-day in-person study in Midtown Manhattan. Why your language matters Most technology is still designed with English speakers in mind. This study helps researchers understand how people who communicate in German actually use their devices, so future products work better for them. What you’ll do Spend 1-3 days with our research team in Midtown Manhattan. Walk us through how you use your phone and favourite apps in daily life. Share examples of your everyday phone activity with the research team. You decide what’s included. Fill in a short questionnaire about your habits. Who we’re looking for 18+ and currently living in NYC. A native German speaker who grew up in Switzerland. You use German in everyday life: texting friends, email, notes. You’ve used a smartphone as your main personal phone for 3+ years. Comfortable communicating in English. Available for 3 consecutive days (Mon–Wed or Thu–Sat), starting October 16 on Friday. Not currently employed by a tech or AI company. Great fit for international students, people new to NYC, and anyone between jobs or with a flexible schedule. Compensation $1,200–1,600 for the full study. Simple and transparent Participation is voluntary and covered by a signed consent form that explains exactly what’s involved. You can ask questions at any point and stop whenever you like. How to apply Register on Mindrift and complete a short screening questionnaire. We’ll confirm your session dates once you’re shortlisted. Apply now
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in one of: United States, Germany
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
Eligible languages
Fluent proficiency in English or German
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This German Translators and Swiss Native Speakers - Paid Study in NYC opening pays $1/hr equivalent and uses Languages knowledge you already have. Onboarding covers the AI training process.
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Read a scenario, write a short prompt for the AI (around 100 words), evaluate two AI responses to it, fact-check the outputs, then write a brief explanation (around 50 words) on which response is better against the project rubric. The focus is clarity, safety, and rule-following, not creative writing.
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What does Languages work look like for a German Translators and Swiss Native Speakers - Paid Study in NYC?
You check AI answers to Languages questions, correct their errors and write expert reasoning. As a German Translators and Swiss Native Speakers - Paid Study in NYC, you're hired for that judgment, so hands-on Languages experience matters.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
English, German, and Native Speaker are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening to test for them.
How much does this specific role pay?
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Do I need to be fluent in English or German?
Yes. This role needs fluent English or German, as well as the English most AI training work uses. If you aren't fluent, search for roles in the languages you speak.
Can I apply from outside the United States or Germany?
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