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Tacit
San Jose, CA Intern
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026
About Tacit

We are an early-stage, deep tech startup based in San Francisco, developing innovative hardware that rethinks human-computer interaction. We are backed by General Catalyst, Khosla Ventures, and Greylock Partners, with a founding team from Stanford, BrainGate, Oculus, and Tesla. While we can’t reveal too much just yet, our team is tackling cutting-edge engineering challenges to bring revolutionary products to life.

Seeking volunteers for a human-computer interaction research study in San Francisco and San Jose!

We're seeking volunteers for an in-person study on how people engage with text while using a new wearable interface. We're looking for readers of all kinds, avid or occasional. No technical or research background is needed.

Time Commitment

  • One session in San Francisco (SOMA) or San Jose, lasting 1 to 4 hours depending on the study tasks
  • No ongoing or minimum time commitment. You can take part once and be done.

What To Expect

  • Wear a non-invasive, wearable prototype during the session
  • Read English-language materials we provide
  • Follow instructions from the study team
  • Share brief feedback at the end

The session takes place in a quiet, distraction-free room. You can remove the device at any time, and before you agree to participate we'll walk you through exactly how it works and how data is recorded.

Eligibility

  • Adults 18 and over
  • Able to attend sessions in person in San Francisco or San Jose
  • Fluent English speaker, comfortable reading English-language materials
  • Able to follow instructions and completing simple tasks on your own

As a thank you for your time

Participants receive $20 for every hour of the study they complete, sent via PayPal after the session.

Voluntary Participation

This is a voluntary research study, not employment. You can withdraw at any point and still be paid for the hours you completed.

As a thank-you for your time

Participants will receive $20 for every hour of a session they complete. Payment goes out via PayPal within a few days after completing your session.

Voluntary participation

This is a voluntary research study, not employment. You can withdraw at any point and still be paid for the time you completed.

Interested? Fill out our short screening form and we'll follow up with more details!

Salary : $20

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