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Onsite Data Collection Project - (San Francisco Bay Area Based)

Bodega Bay, CA

Welo Data
Data Services • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Overview

Get Paid to Help Shape the Future of Technology 

We are building a community of participants for upcoming in-person data collection projects in San Francisco Bay Area. These projects help improve the next generation of smart devices and technology and we are looking for everyday people to take part. 

No experience is required. No special skills are needed. Simply attend your scheduled session, follow a few simple instructions, and get paid for your time. 

What You'll Do 

Participants take part in short, moderated sessions involving simple, everyday activities such as walking, sitting, or moving through a space while smart devices record the session. A friendly moderator guides you through every step. A trained moderator will guide you through the entire process. 

Project Details
Job Type: Freelance/Independent Contract
Time Commitment: Approximately 1 hour
Location: San Francisco Bay Area (On-site)
Project Type: Short-term, paid, in-person research sessions  

Who Can Apply? 

We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds from across the San Francisco Bay Area.

To participate, you should: 

  • Adults and minors are eligible (participants under 18 require parent/guardian consent) 

  • Be comfortable following simple instructions in English (non-native English speakers are welcome). 

  • Feel free to register with friends or family, you are welcome to participate together. 

Why Join Welo Data?  
✨ Limitless Flexibility  
Project-based opportunities that fit your availability. Choose when and how much you want to contribute—fully remote, with complete autonomy.   
\uD83C\uDF31 Limitless Growth  
Optional access to AI and Large Language Model workshops designed specifically for professionals like you. No coding required—just your expertise.   
\uD83C\uDF0D Limitless Support  
Be part of a global contributor community with responsive guidance and support.   
\uD83D\uDCA1 Real Impact  
Apply your expertise in the Legal field to influence the AI systems shaping the future of your industry—while collaborating with data professionals and expanding your skills.  
 
 
About Welo Data 
Welo Data, part of Welocalize, is a global AI data company with 500,000+ contributors delivering high-quality, ethical data to train the world’s most advanced AI systems. We’re building smarter, more human AI with a diverse community in 100+ countries.  
At Welo Data, Limitless AI. Limitless You. isn’t just a slogan—it’s our promise. We build smarter AI through the power of human contribution, offering limitless opportunities for our global community to grow, contribute, and work on their terms. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Working at Welo Data

What to expect from working at Welo Data

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About Welo Data, in their own words

From Welo Data

Welo Data is a global AI data services company powering the next generation of AI. We build, annotate, and validate the training datasets that make AI models accurate, safe, and ready for the real world — across languages, cultures, and domains.

Our team of experts spans the globe, combining deep technical knowledge with a human-centered approach. If you want your work to shape how AI understands the world, you'll find your place here.

Diversity and inclusion statement

From Welo Data

Our Strength is derived from Winning Together. Welo Data is unequivocally committed to developing and fostering a workplace and organizational culture that values the diversity of thought and perspective delivered by a diverse global workforce operating within an inclusive organization.