We seek motivated students interested in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, or related areas, but welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Volunteers run experiments with children at preschools, museums, and in the lab; enter and code data using various computer software; recruit families via phone, email, and at external sites; design stimuli for new studies; and participate in weekly lab meetings. Students have the opportunity to acquire new skills and learn about cognitive development while working under the mentorship of a graduate student, postdoc, or lab coordinator.
Academic quarter volunteers commit to 10 hours per week. We ask for a minimum 2-quarter commitment, with the possibility of completing a Psych 199 (with a 12 hours/week commitment) in the second quarter.
Summer volunteers commit to 12 hours per week. Summer applications are now closed.
Applications are now closed for Summer quarter; UCSD students are encouraged to apply for Fall 2025.
Please email ladlabcoordinator@ucsd.edu with any questions.