Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants - AI Trainer (Contract)

Role Overview

Handshake is seeking experienced Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants to participate in an exciting hourly, temporary AI research project. No prior AI experience is required. This project offers a unique opportunity to leverage your professional expertise to evaluate AI model outputs, assess content related to your field, and provide structured feedback that enhances the model's understanding of workplace tasks and language. This is a remote, flexible position with project opportunities available year-round across various areas of expertise.

Day in the Life

As an AI Trainer, your day-to-day tasks will involve:

• Evaluating AI Model Outputs: Reviewing and assessing the responses generated by AI models in the context of legal and administrative tasks.
• Assessing Content: Analyzing various types of content relevant to your field to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Providing Structured Feedback: Offering clear and concise feedback to improve the AI model's understanding of workplace tasks and language.
• Developing Prompts: Creating prompts for AI models that reflect real-world scenarios and tasks within your domain.
• Collaborating Asynchronously: Working independently and communicating with the project team through online channels.

Why Remote (USA)?

This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the USA. This provides:

• Flexibility: Set your own hours and work around your personal schedule.
• Convenience: Eliminate commute time and work from the comfort of your home.
• Accessibility: Open to qualified candidates across the United States.

Career Path

While this is a contract position, it offers valuable experience in the growing field of AI. This role can be a stepping stone to:

• AI Training and Evaluation: Opportunities to specialize in training and evaluating AI models.
• Prompt Engineering: Developing expertise in creating effective prompts for AI models.
• AI Project Management: Managing AI-related projects and initiatives.
• Legal Technology Roles: Combining your legal expertise with AI skills in legal tech companies.

Salary & Benefits

Compensation is hourly and commensurate with experience. While specific rates may vary based on the project and your qualifications, Handshake offers competitive rates for contract work. Additional benefits include:

• Flexible Hours: No minimum hour commitment, allowing you to work as much or as little as you like.
• Remote Work: Work from anywhere in the USA with a stable internet connection.
• Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in AI and its application to your field.

Mission

Handshake's mission is to democratize opportunity and help students and recent graduates find meaningful careers. By participating in this AI research project, you'll contribute to developing AI models that can assist job seekers and employers in the legal and administrative fields.

How to Apply

To apply for this position:

1. Create a Handshake Account: Sign up for a free account on the Handshake platform.
2. Upload Your Resume: Showcase your relevant experience and qualifications.
3. Verify Your Identity: Complete the identity verification process.
4. Get Matched: Be matched and onboarded into relevant projects based on your profile.
5. Start Working: Begin working on projects and earning compensation.

FAQ

1. What is the time commitment for this role?
   There is no minimum time commitment. You can work as much or as little as you like, depending on project availability and your schedule.
2. Do I need prior AI experience?
   No, prior AI experience is not required. Your professional experience as a Legal Secretary or Administrative Assistant is the most important qualification.
3. What type of projects will I be working on?
   You'll be working on projects that involve evaluating AI model outputs, assessing content, and providing feedback to improve the model's understanding of legal and administrative tasks.
4. How will I be compensated?
   You'll be compensated on an hourly basis for the time you spend working on projects.
5. Is this a full-time position?
   No, this is a contract position with flexible hours.
6. Can F-1 students participate?
   F-1 students eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects. Check with your Designated School Official to confirm eligibility.
7. What if I'm not selected for a project right away?
   Project availability varies. If you're not selected for a project immediately, more opportunities will become available soon.
8. What skills will I gain in this role?
   You'll gain skills in AI training and evaluation, prompt engineering, and providing structured feedback.
9. How is this different from a traditional Legal Secretary or Admin role?
   In a traditional role, you work directly with clients or legal staff. This role you are training AI to perform these tasks.
10. What is the work culture like?
    This is a fully remote and asynchronous role, so you'll be working independently and communicating with the project team online.