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IT Consultant (Independent Contractor)

DataAnnotation
Washington, DC Contractor
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026
DataAnnotation is committed to creating quality AI. Join our team to help train AI chatbots while gaining the flexibility of remote work and choosing your own schedule.

We are looking for analytical, detail-oriented small business owners, freelancers, and independent contractors to join our team and teach AI chatbots. You will develop complex prompts to test AI models, write high-quality responses to demonstrate excellence, and evaluate different model outputs based on accuracy and style guidelines. This role is ideal for professionals who regularly manage business communications and are interested in how AI tools may be used in real-world work environments. No previous AI experience is required.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete an assessment. If you pass, you will gain access to projects. Based on the quality of your work, you will continue to receive projects regularly. We find our most successful candidates work between 5-40 hours per week.

Benefits

  • This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position
  • You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
  • You can work on your own schedule
  • Projects start at $20 per hour, with a bonus rate of $28 per hour for high-quality work

Responsibilities

  • Come up with diverse conversations over a range of topics
  • Write high-quality answers when given specific prompts
  • Compare the performance of different AI models
  • Research and fact-check AI responses

Qualifications

  • Fluent in English
  • A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress)
  • Experience managing small business communications and/or are self-employed
  • Excellent writing and research skills
  • Strong fact-checking skills and ability to work independently

Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Only applicants in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada will be considered for this role. This is an independent contract position.

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Salary : $20 - $28

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