Frequently asked questions

Depending on your expertise, you may generate prompts, rank AI outputs, improve model responses, or complete other tasks that enhance AI performance. Available projects vary and may not always match your specific field.

Outlier is a platform operated by Scale AI that connects experts with leading AI companies to provide human feedback that improves language learning models (LLMs). We're committed to making AI smarter, safer, and more efficient.

Outlier's onboarding process typically takes 30 to 90 minutes and includes creating your account, selecting your areas of expertise, completing skill screenings so we can match you with the right projects, and identity verification to ensure we're building a trusted community. Once you complete the general onboarding, you'll proceed to project-specific onboarding, which varies by project. 

Project lengths vary depending on the needs of our customers. Once you complete a project, you'll have the opportunity to join additional projects.

We collaborate with freelance experts, leading AI companies, and research labs to enhance AI model performance through specialized human input and training data.

You'll work as an independent contractor/freelancer, not as an employee of Outlier.

Yes, we have a selective screening process because we seek experts with deep knowledge, advanced skills, and significant experience in their fields.

Flexibility is one of our core values at Outlier, which means you choose when, where, and how much you contribute. Your earnings are based on the hours you contribute each week, and you maintain complete control over your schedule with no minimum or maximum hour requirements.

Completely flexible. Work according to what fits best into your life — there are no minimum requirements, and you're not required to accept every project invitation. Outlier offers excellent opportunities for part-time training AI and working remotely.

No, we do not offer visa sponsorship.

Yes, you need at least an associate degree to work on Outlier. Certain projects may require a bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree depending on the complexity and specialization required.

No, you are not required to accept any invitations. This will not affect the number of projects that are made available to you.

Yes, students of legal working age can work part-time opportunities training AI. This can be a flexible way to earn while you study.

Your visa must permit work, and it's your responsibility to ensure you meet all legal requirements for working in your country of residence. If unsure, consult your immigration advisor for guidance.

Absolutely! We welcome applications from qualified candidates and aim to provide everyone with the opportunity to contribute to the development of the next generation of AI models. We encourage referrals for candidates you can personally vouch for based on their expertise or professional experience.

Once you've created an Outlier account, you'll be able to make referrals directly from your dashboard.

Definitely. We built Outlier with flexibility as a core value, so contributors work as independent contractors who can choose their hours and fit contributions around existing commitments, whether part-time or full-time.

We review each resume to assess whether candidates meet the minimum requirements for specific domains. You can find detailed qualifications listed alongside each opportunity. 

1. Initial platform onboarding: Basic setup and verification

2. Project qualification: Review project guidelines and complete assessment tasks

3. Tasking: Contribute to deliverable tasks – and start earning! 

• Valid ID and mobile phone from your country of residence

• Current resume highlighting your expertise

• LinkedIn profile showing your educational background and work experience

Outlier AI payments are processed weekly on Tuesdays for work completed the previous Tuesday through Monday (midnight UTC). We offer payment via PayPal, Airtm, or ACH bank transfer.

Rates vary by expertise, project complexity, and location. You'll always see the tasking rate before starting any project.

Once you complete onboarding and begin working on a project, you'll be paid for your contributions. Payments are processed weekly on Tuesdays.

Contributors appreciate the flexibility, engaging projects, learning opportunities, strong community, and earning potential.

Please send your questions and feedback to our support team.

For questions about signing up, please email onboarding@outlier.ai