Environmental Research - Graduates - AI Training

About Prolific

Prolific is not just another player in the AI space – we are building the biggest pool of quality human data in the world. Over 35,000 AI developers, researchers, and organizations use Prolific to gather data from paid study participants with a wide variety of experiences, knowledge, and skills.

About the role

We're looking for Environmental Researchers and Sustainability Experts to join our Expert Network to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models using real-world ecological and climate expertise. If you have the necessary experience, we'll send you a quick 10- to 15-minute test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks. If successful, you'll be invited to join Prolific as a participant, where you'll get paid to train and evaluate powerful AI models.

Pay

Researchers typically pay up to $45–$90 per hour.

Schedule

Tasks require one hour of uninterrupted work, though many are shorter. Flexible hours; work from home.

Requirements

• Education: BS, MS, or PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: experience in environmental impact assessment (EIA), climate modeling, conservation research, or corporate sustainability reporting (ESG).
• Domain Knowledge: deep understanding of carbon accounting, biodiversity metrics, renewable energy systems, or environmental policy.
• Analytical Precision: ability to identify errors in climate data interpretations, carbon footprint calculations, or ecological taxonomies.
• Geospatial & Statistical Literacy: proficiency in interpreting GIS data, satellite imagery, and longitudinal environmental datasets.
• Communication: ability to synthesize complex environmental regulations or scientific findings into clear, actionable, and technically accurate summaries.
• A PayPal account to receive payment from clients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-Generated Research: review model responses to queries about climate change, ecosystem services, and resource management for scientific accuracy and nuance.
• Fact-Check Environmental Claims: validate AI-generated data regarding emissions factors, legislative requirements, and environmental protection standards.
• Assess Sustainability Logic: critique AI-proposed solutions for waste reduction, supply chain sustainability, and habitat restoration for practical and scientific feasibility.
• Annotate Geospatial & Technical Data: identify and correct errors in model-generated maps, environmental risk assessments, and species distribution models.
• Ensure Policy Alignment: verify that AI responses align with the latest international environmental standards and scientific consensus (e.g., IPCC reports).

Benefits

Joining as a Prolific participant gives you the chance to influence the AI models of the future using your professional expertise. Once you pass the assessment, you can join in just 15 minutes and start enjoying competitive pay rates, flexible hours, and the ability to work from home. Prolific connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically sourced human behavioural data and feedback — the cornerstone of developing more accurate, nuanced, and aligned AI systems.