IDEO Design Research Opportunities


Share your perspective on technology and automation in the workplace



Participate in a paid concept feedback session with global design company IDEO!

Join us to discuss how technology, equipment and automation influence your daily tasks in the workplace-- we want to hear what works well and what could be improved. Your insights will help shape future developments.


  • Who: Folks who work in retail, grocery, logistics, warehouse, hospitality, or similar industries 
         
  • What: 60-90 minute individual research sessions

  • Where: 
    • In-person at IDEO Cambridge
    • Remotely via Zoom  

  • When: April 29th - May 15th, 2026

  • Compensation: 
    • 60-minute research session: $100
    • 90-minute research session: $150

 

Not the right fit for you, but know someone who is? We're offering a $25 referral bonus if you refer someone that is chosen and participates in the research. Just share this link and have them list your name and email in the referral section of the application.

 

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.




Help Shape the Future of Housing


Share your experience. Get paid for your time. Influence the future of renting in your community.

We’re working to change the experience of and what the future of renting looks like for people like you! We are looking for people to participate in design research activities about renting! We want to...



Share your perspective on health, wellness & the drinks you choose


We’re looking for thoughtful, curious individuals who care about their daily routines, well-being, and lifestyle choices—especially when it comes to what they drink.

Whether you’re into fitness, mindful habits, social wellness spaces, or just enjoy discovering new products that fit your lifestyle,...



Join IDEO’s Research Council to help shape the future of gaming and digital entertainment!


Global design company IDEO is partnering with a leading entertainment company to explore what’s next for gaming and digital play.We’re building a Research Council of U.S. based teens and young adults to participate in remote research activities to help us imagine what the next generation of gaming...



Let’s Talk about Money Management Tools!


Building your life involves many financial decisions, and it’s not always clear what the “right” move is. We’re working on new ideas to make managing personal finances feel simpler, more practical, and more in tune with real life.

We’re inviting adults across the U.S. to participate in a paid...



Share your experience and perspective around prescription medication


Participate in exploratory research with global design company IDEO to share your perspective and provide feedback on early concepts around the prescription medication journey. 

  • Who: Prescription medication users      
  • What: One or more research activities, which could include the following
    • ...


Share your perspective around pool maintenance


Global design company IDEO is looking for residents in the Los Angeles, CA area who currently have a swimming pool (or are looking to have a swimming pool in the near future) to participate in exploratory research and share their perspective around pool maintenance.

  • Who: Residents in the Los...


Share your perspective on digital health tools!


Do you use digital or online tools to manage your health and well-being, or the well-being of a loved one? We’d love to hear about your experience.

     
  • What: 60-minute research session
  • Where: Remote via Zoom
  • When: December 8-19
  • Compensation: $100

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.



Share your experience and perspective around patient care


Global design company IDEO is speaking with Rhode Island and Massachusetts-based patients and primary caregivers about their experience navigating healthcare– what matters most, what you prioritize, and what your current experience looks like. We’re looking for a wide range of perspectives to...



How do you think about the future?


Global design company IDEO is talking to teens and young adults about how they think about their future—what kind of jobs sound interesting, what matters most in a career, and how they’re exploring their options. Whether you know what you want to do or have no idea, we want to hear from you.Who:...



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