Unit group 4227

PSOC Unit group 4227 — Survey and market research interviewers (2026)

Survey and market research interviewers interview people and record their responses to survey and market research questions on a range of topics. Their tasks include: a) contacting individuals by telephone or in person and explaining the purpose of the interview; b) asking questions following the outlines of questionnaires and surveys; c) recording responses on paper or entering responses directly into a computer database through computer-assisted interviewing systems; d) identifying and resolving inconsistencies in responses; e) providing feedback to survey sponsors concerning problems in obtaining valid data. Examples of the occupations classified here: Market research interviewer, Public opinion interviewer, Survey interviewer

Level Unit group
Code 4227
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Survey and market research interviewers interview people and record their responses to survey and market research questions on a range of topics. Their tasks include: a) contacting individuals by telephone or in person and explaining the purpose of the interview; b) asking questions following the outlines of questionnaires and surveys; c) recording responses on paper or entering responses directly into a computer database through computer-assisted interviewing systems; d) identifying and resolving inconsistencies in responses; e) providing feedback to survey sponsors concerning problems in obtaining valid data. Examples of the occupations classified here: Market research interviewer, Public opinion interviewer, Survey interviewer

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Client information workers.

Selection note

How to choose it

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FAQ

What does PSOC 4227 cover?

Survey and market research interviewers interview people and record their responses to survey and market research questions on a range of topics. Their tasks include: a) contacting individuals by telephone or in person and explaining the purpose of the interview; b) asking questions following the outlines of questionnaires and surveys; c) recording responses on paper or entering responses directly into a computer database through computer-assisted interviewing systems; d) identifying and resolving inconsistencies in responses; e) providing feedback to survey sponsors concerning problems in obtaining valid data. Examples of the occupations classified here: Market research interviewer, Public opinion interviewer, Survey interviewer

Where is PSOC 4227 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Client information workers.

How do I choose PSOC 4227 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Client information workers grouping.