Research participation · Study information
Study details & application information
This research explores the psychological experiences of people currently searching for jobs. Read about taking part, the application information, and how to contact the research team.
- Compensation1500$
- Applications closeDecember 8, 2026
- Study activityVideo interviews
Who can take part?
The study is for people currently searching for jobs. To be considered, applicants need to meet the following participation requirements:
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
- This study is not recruiting applicants in: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia.
- For “Do you have a smartphone or a laptop with a working webcam?”, eligible answers are: Yes — a smartphone; Yes — a laptop with a webcam; Yes — both.
- For “Do you have a stable internet connection at home?”, eligible answers are: Yes, it handles video calls fine; Usually, but it can be patchy.
- For “Could you make two separate one-hour video calls in the next 8 weeks?”, eligible answers are: Yes; Probably, with enough notice.
Your information and privacy.
Confidentiality and application information
How applicant information is handled by Job Search Support LLC.
Information used for your application
This information concerns an application to The psychology of job searching, managed by Job Search Support LLC. Screening answers are used to assess eligibility and manage applications. If you continue, the application also records your name, email address, signed acknowledgement, application status and any verification status.
Your application is not anonymous. The research team and the services operating the application system process the information submitted through this form. This notice does not promise absolute confidentiality or impose a separate obligation on you to keep the study secret.
Questions and further information
Contact Job Search Support LLC at research@jobsearchstudy.org with questions about your application, the study, or the handling of your information.
Ask the research team about access to your information, corrections, withdrawal requests, storage periods and any study-specific use or sharing that is not described here. If a separate verification service is requested, read its information before using the link. Do not submit more information than requested.
Application and screening acknowledgement
Information about applying voluntarily to The psychology of job searching, managed by Job Search Support LLC.
Choosing whether to apply
You are applying to The psychology of job searching, managed by Job Search Support LLC. Applying and completing screening are voluntary. You may stop completing the application. Submitting an application does not guarantee eligibility, enrollment or completion of any later study activities.
Read the study description and eligibility questions before deciding whether to continue. Provide information that is accurate to the best of your knowledge. If anything is unclear, ask the research team before signing.
Compensation and study information
Compensation information supplied by the research team: 1500$. Ask the research team about any payment conditions that are not explained in the study information.
This acknowledgement covers the application and screening process. It does not replace any separate study-specific information or consent needed before research activities begin. Ask the research team about the activities, time commitment, risks and other details before deciding whether to take part.
Acknowledgement and questions
By signing the application, you acknowledge that you have read the application information and wish to submit your screening answers and contact details for the research team to consider. You may contact the team with questions or a request to withdraw your application.
Contact Job Search Support LLC at research@jobsearchstudy.org with questions about your application, the study, or the handling of your information.