Polish-Speaking Students - Paid Research Study, Flexible Dates

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 Polish 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 Polish 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 ManhattanWalk us through how you use your phone and favourite apps in daily lifeShare examples of your everyday phone activity with the research team. You decide what's includedFill in a short questionnaire about your habits Who We're Looking For 18+ and currently living in NYCA native Polish speaker who grew up in PolandYou use Polish in everyday life: texting friends, email, notesYou've used a smartphone as your main personal phone for 3+ yearsComfortable communicating in EnglishAvailable for 3 consecutive days (Mon-Wed or Thu-Sat), starting October 16 on FridayNot 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 $100/hour, up to $2,400 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