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Plasma & medical studies · Checked November 2026

Fieldwork requirements

Paid focus groups, interviews, and in-home discussions for market research. Facilities in about 12 US metros (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Orange County, Minneapolis, NYC, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle and more), plus phone and online studies nationwide.

At a glance

Source: Fieldwork.

Minimum age
18+ (under 18 with parent permission)
Background check
ID only
Vehicle
No vehicle
Payout
Within 2 weeks
Reported pay
Not published
Worker type
Participant

What you'll need

Before your first Fieldwork visit.

  1. Have a bank account or debit card ready

    Platforms pay by direct deposit or to a debit card, and faster cash-out options usually need a debit card. Check the app's payout terms before your first cash-out, since instant transfers can carry a fee.

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Fieldwork questions

How old do you have to be to join Fieldwork?
18+ (under 18 with parent permission).
Does Fieldwork require a background check?
No criminal background check is listed. Fieldwork verifies your identity instead.
How fast does Fieldwork pay?
Usually within two weeks after the study.
How much does Fieldwork pay?
Reported pay is Not published, according to Fieldwork.
Do you need a car for Fieldwork?
No. You don't need a vehicle for Fieldwork.
Does Fieldwork take out taxes?
No. Fieldwork doesn't withhold taxes from what it pays you. The money can still count as taxable income, so keep a record of what you receive. Our first-week checklist covers setting money aside for taxes.
Is Fieldwork a W-2 job or independent contractor work?
You're paid as a research participant, not an employee.