IDEO Design Research Opportunities


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: Teenagers and young adults in Los Angeles County (must be 13+ to fill out this survey. Parents / guardians of kids ages 13+ may also fill out the survey for their child)
What: 90-minute virtual group interview
When: Remotely via Zoom
Where: Thursday, November 13, 2025 or Friday, November 14, 2025
Compensation: $150

Note: Survey responses are confidential and used to determine eligibility for research participation. There is no compensation for filling out this survey. Completing the survey does not guarantee you will be selected to participate.

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.




Share your perspective around choosing a place to live!


Global design company IDEO is speaking with people about how they make decisions about where to live—what matters most in a living space, how they prioritize comfort, flexibility, or features, and what their current experience looks like. We’re interested in a wide range of perspectives and living...



What is your money vibe?


Money means different things to different people. Whether you’re hacking your credit card points, hustling on TikTok, riding the crypto rollercoaster, or avoiding budgets like the plague, we want to hear your story!

Join the conversation:

  • What: Join a 60-minute conversation via Zoom on Monday,...


Help Shape the Future of Healthcare Administration


Do you deal with credentialing, billing, claims, or insurance at your office, clinic, or hospital? If so, you know the process can be complete, and we want to hear from you.IDEO is on a mission to make the payer–practitioner partnership easier, faster, and far less frustrating. But to do that, we...



Play, Shop, Share: Help Design the Future of Drugstore Shopping


Come shop with us and help shape the future of the drugstore shopping experience!

IDEO is exploring new ways to make everyday shopping more fun, rewarding, and personalized! We want to talk to both individuals and families who go to national drugstore chains.

Through this playtest, you’ll get a...



Let’s Talk about Hollywood!


IDEO is working on a campaign to highlight the work of the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and we want to learn about your familiarity and thoughts about the organization and get feedback on some of our ideas!

    • Who: people who live and/or work in Los Angeles 
    • What: 90 minute...


Shopping for Beauty & Personal Care Products – Let’s Hear It


Help shape what comes next by sharing your beauty rituals, values, and insights! We’re inviting people who care about the what, why, and how of the beauty products they use to participate in an interactive co-creation session. Whether you’re decoding ingredients, exploring sustainable swaps, or...



💡Share Your Voice. Empower the Next Generation💡


Civics doesn’t have to be boring. We’re creating a Civics Learning Kit that makes big ideas—like dignity, fairness, kindness, and friendship—come alive for kids and their families.

This kit is all about making civics real, relevant, and exciting. Kids will discover what it means to be a good...



Share your perspective around updating your home!


Global design company IDEO is looking for people who have made upgrades or changes to their living space, or are looking to make upgrades or changes to their living space—whether it’s for function, comfort, or style.



Calling all Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists


IDEO is partnering with CalMHSA to launch a social media campaign that celebrates the presence and power of Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists across California.

Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists are integral to mental health care in our communities. With empathy rooted in lived experience, peers...


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