Remote Public Policy Experts - AI Trainer ($30-$80 per hour)

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI lab to engage experienced public policy professionals on a project basis. Contractors will develop and evaluate policy-relevant prompts and responses to help improve AI systems’ understanding of governance, regulation, and real-world decision-making. This opportunity is well-suited for individuals with a strong background in policy analysis, government affairs, or applied research.

• Key Responsibilities - Create realistic public policy tasks spanning domestic and international policy, regulatory frameworks, and economic or social impact analysis - Review AI-generated responses for clarity, accuracy, and alignment with real-world policy reasoning - Draft reference examples that reflect credible policy communication, from memos to stakeholder summaries - Flag model limitations in logic, feasibility, or ethical considerations and document areas for improvement - Collaborate asynchronously with other experts and researchers using structured, written feedback Ideal Qualifications - Advanced degree in public policy, law, economics, political science, or a related field - 3+ years of experience in policy research, government, think tanks, or consulting - Familiarity with legislative processes, regulatory impact analysis, and public sector decision-making - Excellent writing, synthesis, and analytical reasoning skills - Ability to assess policy arguments across a range of domains and geopolitical contexts More About the Opportunity - Expected commitment : 10+ hours / week - Tasks include open-ended analysis, stakeholder summaries, case comparisons, and ethics reviews - Deliverables-driven structure with expert review layers and quality benchmarks Application Process - Submit a brief resume or LinkedIn profile highlighting relevant policy expertise - Complete a short skills questionnaire; a paid trial task may be used to assess fit - Mercor will follow up with next steps and additional project details About Mercor - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI