About the role#
Dominican University is hiring a student to conduct in-person market research with small businesses in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago. This is a part-time, on-site role for the month of October.
What you'll do#
- Visit small businesses throughout Little Village.
- Introduce the research project and explain the survey to owners.
- Encourage business owners to participate.
- Assist participants with completing the survey on an iPad when needed.
- Accurately record survey participation and follow research protocols.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at Dominican University.
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.
- Familiarity with the Little Village neighborhood.
- Ability to walk door-to-door for several hours at a time.
- Confidence to engage professionally with small business owners.
- Availability to work 10 to 15 hours per week during October.
- Basic technology skills, including the use of an iPad or mobile device.
- Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work independently.
Location & details#
- Location: Little Village, Chicago, Illinois.
- Compensation: $17.05 per hour.
- Schedule: 10 to 15 hours per week during October.
- Modality: On-site.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a nonprofit institution of higher education based in River Forest, Illinois. Founded in 1901, the school provides undergraduate and graduate programs focused on relationship-centered learning. The university supports over 60 projects and community-based learning experiences for its students. It currently employs between 201 and 500 people.
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