There are a lot of ways to work remotely. And that includes online part time jobs from home. Part time remote jobs offer additional flexibility for remote workers and make jobs more accessible for everybody.

However, since most remote jobs are full time, it can be difficult to begin a part time job search. Here are some tips and tricks to navigate this unique job search.

What counts as part-time? 

This is not an easy question to answer. That’s because the definition of part-time changes from one company to another.

For example, some remote companies define part time as less than 29 hours a week: 

Others, consider part time to be under 15 hours per week: 

Even the United States Department of Labor does not have an official definition. However, most companies in the US consider part time to be under 35 hours weekly while full time is between 35-40 hours weekly.

For insurance purposes (for remote employee positions only) the Affordable Care Act defines part time as anyone who works less than an average of 30 hours per week. Anything over 30 hours averaged weekly, and your employer must offer health insurance to you.  

In other words, online part time jobs from home vary widely – ranging from just a few hours to 30+ hours! 

Why work from home part time? 

Generally, part time jobs offer greater flexibility than full time jobs. Retirees, parents, students, and caregivers often find part time work appealing. It allows individuals to build an income around a competing priority like school or childcare. 

Additional reasons to consider part time work include: 

• Earn extra income 
• Fill a skills gap
• Increase work-life balance
• Gain experience 

There are both pros and cons to online part time jobs from home. Some of the drawbacks include:

• Minimal benefits
• Lower income
• Less professional development
• Reduced earnings

Always weigh both the pros and cons before starting a job search.

Who typically works part time? 

As of 2023, nearly 28 million Americans worked part-time. This amounts to 17% of the entire US workforce! Of those who work part time, 63% are women. 

63% of part-time workers are women

Although part time remote jobs offer flexibility, they might not be a good solution for everyone. Remember, part time jobs have limited working hours and often lack benefits like health insurance and paid time off. 

So, if you need health insurance, part time work doesn’t make sense. However, if you want a remote-friendly way to supplement income, then part time work can do that. 

Example Part Time Online Job Scenario

Let’s say you’re a full time student. Your classes start first thing in the morning and end around 4:00 in the afternoon. You don’t have transportation but want to earn money to help pay for expenses like books, food, and entertainment. In this case, a part time remote job in the evening makes a lot of sense. You get to maintain your full time status as a student while earning supplemental income in the evening. 

Only you can take an honest assessment of the time you have available to determine if working part time actually fits into your schedule. 

Typically, part time remote workers include these groups: 

• Students
• Caregivers
• Retirees
• Stay-at-home parents 
• Individuals with chronic conditions

I asked Loritza, an online English tutor, why she works from home part time:

“After my partner and I had kids, we quickly learned how expensive daycare is! Nearly my entire paycheck would go to daycare costs. So, we decided I would quit my office job to be a stay-at-home parent. But, as the kids got older, I had more free time and wanted to contribute financially to our family. I got a part-time online job in the evenings as an English tutor. It doesn’t pay a lot but it helps cover food costs and gives me a sense of purpose in work.” 

Where can I find online part time jobs from home? 

The majority of part time wfh jobs are in career categories like: 

• Education
• Customer Service
• Marketing
• Social Media 
• Writing
• Project Management
• Administrative Support
• Medical/Healthcare
• Finance/Accounting

This includes popular remote job titles including: 

• Bookkeeper
• Virtual Assistant 
• Customer Service Representative
• Copywriter
• Social Media Manager 
• Digital Marketer 

Of course, these are just some of the most common part time industries and related job titles. In reality, there are hundreds of part-time remote jobs across all sectors.

Remote Job Search Sites 

The best places to find real remote jobs include: 

• Flexjobs
• LinkedIn 
• Staffing Agencies 

Additionally, there are smaller remote job boards to consider like: 

• WeWorkRemotely
• Jobspresso
• Remotive 

It’s purely personal preference which job boards or job search sites you use. It can also come down to budget. FlexJobs is a subscription service, and will cost you just $49.95 for an entire year of access to its exclusive job leads. I like FlexJobs because it guarantees all job leads on its site are 100% the real deal, so you never have to worry about scams. 

How to Land Part Time Online Jobs From Home? 

Step 1: Which job title are you interested in?

First, determine which job titles you’ll want to apply for. Your work history and skills will point you in the right direction. If you’re stuck, try using the O*NET Interest Profiler for career ideas.

A career coach can also assist you with identifying your ideal career and related remote-friendly job titles.  

Step 2: Create a target company list. 

Next, jot down a list of companies you could see yourself working for. Ideally, these companies will regularly hire workers in your preferred job title list. Additionally, these companies should also have part time online jobs from home. This requires a good bit of research on your part. Some examples to get you started include, BELAY, TELUS International, Kelly, and other remote staffing agencies.

Step 3: Build your network. Strategically.

Now that you have a target company list and job title, it’s time to build your network. Head over to LinkedIn and follow the companies on your target company list. Then reach out to current employees who work there. The goal isn’t to ask for a job – it’s to learn more about the company and what it’s like to work there.

If a job opening eventually comes up, you already have a warm connection you can reach out to and ask for a referral. Remember, the majority of jobs are filled via networking not online applications.

Step 4: Spruce up your resume. 

Before you apply for a single remote role, create a broad based resume. This will be the template you use throughout your job search. A good base resume includes your work history, a summary, work history, skills, and related experience. Teal HQ has a free resume creator that uses AI to make building your resume easier.

Step 5: Scout out jobs. 

Now’s the time to start applying for roles. Regularly check the Careers or Hiring pages of companies on your target list and create job alerts on LinkedIn. These are great ways to streamline your job search efforts so you can spend more time optimizing your resume.

Step 6: Apply to roles that interest you. 

Remember, only apply to roles that fit your career ideals. It’s tempting to start applying for every single online part time job from home you come across – but don’t. Job searches are more effective when you create a plan and stick with it. It’s helpful to give yourself a SMART Job Search Goal to stay on the right track.

Step 7: Rinse & Repeat

Finally, keep doing what you’re doing. It takes between 4-6 months to find a remote job. The more effort you put into your job search, the more you’ll get out of it. Plan to spend 2-3 hours a day, M-F, on job search activities for optimal results.

Resources for Online Part Time Jobs From Home 

• ONET Interest Profiler
• LinkedIn 
• FlexJobs 
• Teal HQ 

Need extra help? 

Gain free access to our Remote Resources Room filled with tons of helpful guides, checklists, and templates for remote job seekers like you. 

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Since the pandemic, nearly 56% of US workers have a job that is remote-friendly. But, today, more and more workers are being called back into the office. If you’re one of them, you’re probably saying but, “I want to work from home!”

And, you’re not alone. Roughly 26% of workers now work remotely, and enjoy the many benefits that come with it.

Money Saved

Remote workers save money. The average worker spends a whopping $8,466 each year on common commuting costs or about 19% of take home pay, according to Bankrate. By working remotely, those costs are slashed if not entirely eliminated.

Time Saved

Remote workers save a ton of time by not commuting. The average commute in America is about 27.5 minutes one way for a total of 55 minutes spent commuting every work day. That comes out to 275 minutes per week or 13,750 minutes each year!

By working remotely full time, you can save nearly 230 hours annually.

What would you do with all that extra time? Sleep in? Relax? Help get your family out the door in the morning? Exercise?

The State of Remote Work

In Buffer’s Annual State of Remote Work Report, 98% of respondents would prefer to work from home (at least partially) for the rest of their careers! Since you’re here, we’re going to guess you too want to work from home.

Keep in mind, just because everyone wants to work from home doesn’t mean everyone should work from home.

If you’re ready to call your home your office and your office your home, there’s some important steps you should take to turn your work from home dreams into reality.

Question 1: What Kind of Work from Home Job Makes Sense for You?

I get a lot of emails and Facebook messages that say, near verbatim:

“I want to work from home, please help.”

And, if you’ve ever taken the time to email me, you know I always respond and give the best advice I can — if I don’t know the answer, I’ll point you in the right direction.

The problem with the general statement, “I want to work from home,” is it’s just too broad. Working from home is not a one-size-fits-all position. There are seemingly endless ways to make a living from home.

Know Your WFH Type

Once you know you’d like to work from home, the very next thing you need to do is decide which kind of work from home job is right for you:

• Do you need the stability and security of an employee position with benefits?
• Would you rather work part-time around your day job?
• Are you looking to start a scaleable side hustle?
• Have you been bitten by the freelancing bug?
• Do you just want to make a little extra money here and there?

Your answers to those questions will go a long way in helping you have a more successful remote job search. As a reminder, work from home jobs can usually be divided up into six main types:

1. Full-Time Employee

You’re hired on as an employee who just happens to work remotely. Most times, this entitles you to benefits and stable pay. Taxes are taken out of your paycheck for you.

2. Part-Time Employee

Also gives you “employee” status which means you can count on greater stability. You may not be benefits eligible as a part-time telecommuter but you will have taxes taken out of your paycheck.

3. Independent Contractor

As an independent contractor (IC), you provide your services to a company on a per-contract basis. This means, once your contract is up, you might not have any more work. Similarly, your contract may end without warning. There’s no guarantee of work and you’re responsible for your own taxes and fill out a 1099.

4. Freelance

Freelancers offer their services for sale and choose which projects they work on and when. You’re in charge of finding your own work, setting your rates, and collecting payments. Freelancers are also in charge of paying their own taxes on money earned. Writing, virtual assistant, graphic design, and typist are all common work from home freelance careers.

5. Side Hustler

Not everyone wants to work full-time or even part-time to make money from home — I get that. So, if you’re looking for a way to earn a few bucks here or there, you should look at extra-money making gigs. These typically don’t require a resume or application to fill out. Instead, you sign up on a site to earn extra money — surveys and usability testing are two popular examples of ways to earn extra money from home.

6. Home Business

Anything you do from home — whether it’s a daycare business, flipping products for profit on Amazon, or launching a profitable blog are considered a home-based business. You’re completely in charge of running your home business as you see fit and your success will depend on how much you put into it.

Apply to the Right Positions

There’s no sense in applying to jobs that aren’t right for you. Save your time, energy and efforts going after the right kinds of jobs — not every and any work from home job or opportunity out there.

If you need benefits, go for full time employee positions over contract roles. But, for those that need just a little extra here or there, try side hustles. Really, it all depends on what your ultimate career goal is.

Question 2: Do you have a home office?

Now that you (hopefully) know the type of remote employment you’re looking for, it’s time to take an honest look at your ability to actually work remotely.

If you’re not properly equipped to work from home, you’re gonna have a hard time finding a job. Period. But, depending on the type of employment you’re after, your home office requirements will vary.

Home Offices for Employee Jobs

Let’s say you’re looking for full-time employment from home with a company that offers benefits. Great! There are a number of companies that actually want you to work from home and will pay you a competitive wage and offer some pretty amazing benefits. 

But, to land these jobs, you’re going to need a home office setup.

Home Office Basics

This doesn’t necessarily mean you need a full-size copier, fax machine, and laminator — but you should have the basic makings of a home office:

• High-speed internet (typically hardwired to your computer — no WiFi or satellite connections most of the time!)
• Well-maintained computer
• Quiet, distraction-free place to work
• Desk
• Comfy chair
• Basic office supplies — pens, paper, printer, etc.

In some cases, you may need a landline. This is especially true for popular at-home customer service jobs. Does this mean you should run out and install a landline? No! But, it means you should be receptive to getting one and know ahead of time if you can actually have one installed in your home or apartment.

It’s defeating, to say the least, to go through the application process, land an interview, and a soft job offer only to find you don’t meet the tech requirements or are otherwise incapable of maintaining a proper home office.

Home Office Requirements Examples

Most work from home companies are pretty good about listing their home office requirements before you even start the application process.

For example, Sitel has an entire section devoted to their home office requirements:

U-Haul provides similar information upfront before you apply too:

So, when you come across an at-home position that sounds perfect, remember to check the home office requirements first.

Home Offices for Non-Employees

If you’re looking for a non-employee position, i.e., freelance, contract, or home business, you don’t have to worry about your home office as much.

Remember, if freelancing is more your thing or you’re thinking of starting a blog, you probably won’t need anything more than a computer and internet connection.

Similarly, if you want to start a side hustle as an Amazon FBA seller, you can get by with a computer, smartphone, internet and printer and make some pretty good money with this minimal setup.

Again, it all goes back to the type of work you’re looking for. What you’ll need as an employee versus home office requirements as a freelancer/self-employed/home business owner are very different things!

Question 3: Can You Handle Distractions?

I’ve been working remotely for a decade. And, I’ll be the first to tell you, distractions are going to happen. You’ll hit your stride on an assignment and, boom, the doorbell rings. Or, you’ll get frequent calls from friends and family who ask for a ton of favors during the workday because, hey, you work from home and must not be doing anything more than watching Netflix, right?

Oh, and then there’s kids, pets, significant others, neighbors, and about a million other things that can make working from home difficult.

Remote Work is Not a Substitute for Childcare

My point is, you may not be able to devote the time and attention required to work from home, at least not full-time anyway.

Let’s pretend you have kids (maybe you do) — they may or may not be in school (unless it’s summer, then they’re home).

You’ll find it downright difficult to find a full-time work from home job if you have kids in your care during the day — I don’t care how great you are at multitasking — if you can’t provide a distraction-free, quiet home environment, you’re going to find it difficult to land a full-time employment. Impossible? No. But very, very, very difficult.

Now, don’t get discouraged if you’re not in the ideal place to work from home — you just have to get creative.

Help, My House is a Circus

I hear you. I’ve got a homeschooled child, two golden retrievers, three cats, and a lot of Amazon deliveries. Yet, I still manage to work remotely in a variety of roles over the last decade.

Don’t let a busy household stop you from making money from home — just figure out a way to work around your already busy schedule.

This will likely mean freelancing from home, starting a side hustle, or working as an independent contractor. Transcription, proofreading, virtual assisting, and writing all are great options to explore — but really, you’re only limited by what services you’re willing to offer as a freelancer.

Question 4: Will You Miss Working Outside the Home?

I’m an introvert. And most introverts love working from home. But, if you’ve ever worked an office job, you know that office politics are just a part of going to work. And while working from home means you miss the bad stuff, it also means you miss out on all the good stuff, too.

The camaraderie of coworkers, lunches out, impromptu happy hours, and other perks that come with a traditional office job don’t happen as easily when you work from home.

If you hate the rat race but love interacting with coworkers, enjoy break room banter, and count your officemates as some of your best buds, you might find that working from home is lonely for you. Yes, it’s easier than ever to stay connected with chats and video hangouts, but it’s just not the same as being in person.

I’ve heard of too many enthusiastic people start a work from home journey only to find they didn’t like it — and nine times out of ten, it was because they missed the daily human interaction an office job brings.

You know working from home has its perks, and for some people it equals work happiness but it’s not for everyone. Seriously consider how much importance you place on working alongside others in an office environment — if you can’t imagine working alone (save for an office cat), you may want to reevaluate your work from home ambitions

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So, if you’re on the hunt for real wfh jobs, Amazon should definitely be on your radar. Keep reading to learn more about the Amazon remote jobs and how to get hired there.

About Amazon

Before we dive into what it’s like to be a part of the Amazon work from home team, let’s talk about the company first.

Amazon is one of the largest e-commerce retailers in the world. E-commerce is just a fancy way of saying buying and selling online.

As of 2021, Amazon is the top online retailer according to Statista’s Top Online Stores Worldwide report.

And because Amazon shows no signs of slowing between its ecommerce platform and subscription services like Amazon Prime Video, Audible, and Amazon Fresh there are plenty of jobs to be found.

Amazon Remote Jobs

In fact, Amazon has literally thousands of open roles available at any given moment. For example, there are nearly 10,000 available Software Development jobs at Amazon as I type this

However, that’s just scratching the surface. Of course there are plenty more Amazon roles in their many in-person distribution centers. But, what about remote jobs with Amazon?

Amazon Work From Home Jobs

At the height of the pandemic, the majority of Amazon Corporate employees worked remotely. Today, Amazon is continuing to offer flexibility in where many of its employees work.

In fact, Amazon’s Remote Locations Page states:

And the best part is, Amazon provides a variety of remote roles for professionals from different backgrounds (and locations!).

For example, some of the top categories for remote location at Amazon include:

• Software Development
• Human Resources
• Sales & Account Management
• Customer Service
• Design

Of course, this is just a small sampling of top categories. It’s a good idea to keep an eye on Amazon’s Remote Locations Hiring Page for a full list.

Amazon Part Time Work From Home Jobs

A common question readers ask is, “Does Amazon have part time jobs from home?” Yes, they do!

Just filter by Job Type and be sure to check “part time.” From there, you’ll see a list of part time remote jobs at Amazon.

The Hiring Process at Amazon

Keep in mind, each role will have a slightly different hiring process. However, most remote jobs at Amazon follow a general application flow:

1. Online Application
2. Assessment
3. Phone Interview
4. Virtual Interview

Thankfully, Amazon does a pretty good job of keeping applicants updated during the hiring process. So, you can check the status of your application at any time to see where you’re at.

1. Fill Out Your Online Application

First, you have to find remote jobs at Amazon you’re interested in. To do this, head over to Amazon’s Virtual Locations page. From there, narrow search results using filters like:

• Job Type
• Category
• Country/Region

After you find a role you want to apply for, you’ll create an Amazon.jobs account. Note: This will be separate from any personal Amazon shopping account you have.

You will use this account to access your profile, fill out applications, and check on the status of your applications. make sure to fill out the application in full. It’s a good idea to have a copy of your resume and cover letter to fill in all the required details.

2. Assessment

Next, Amazon uses online assessments for some of its remote roles. These assessments help Amazon get to know you better and to determine if you have the right skills to be successful.

Typically, the two main types of assessments Amazon gives its applicants are:

1. Work Style Assessment – This is a 10-20 minute personality-type test. It helps Amazon discover your unique working style.
2. Work Sample Situation – These are specific to individual roles at Amazon. You may be asked to perform sample tasks you are likely to encounter if you were hired.

Remember, assessments are pretty standard in the world of remote work. Additionally, many companies ask applicants to take work style assessments too. If you take one, try not to overthink it and answer the questions honestly.

3. Phone Interview

After assessments, Amazon invites select candidates to a phone interview. Remember, you should always do pre-interview homework. And, at Amazon that should include reading its Leadership Principles. After all, Amazon evaluates all candidates against its unique Leadership Principles!

4. Virtual Interview

The final step before being hired is an interview. For work from home jobs, these interviews are done virtually. In order to attend the virtual interview you will need to download Amazon Chime and Google Chrome. Then your recruiter will give you a meeting ID# so you can join the session. Since this is a virtual interview always remember to:

• Have good lighting
• Test your internet connection
• Make sure your webcam and mic are working

Additionally, prepare for your interview ahead of time by practicing answers to common interview questions!

Amazon Seasonal WFH Customer Service Jobs

Now that we’ve broadly covered all remote jobs at Amazon, let’s look at one of its most popular wfh roles: Customer Service.

Each year, Amazon ramps up hiring during the busy shopping season. And, one of the roles it heavily recruits for is Virtual Customer Service reps.

Keep in mind, these are often seasonal roles. In other words, your employment is only for a short period of time. However, there are chances to snag permanent Amazon work from home part-time and full-time gigs. Additionally, some seasonal workers are offered full-time roles in the future!

What You’ll Be Doing As an Amazon Work From Home Customer Service Rep

Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve taking inbound calls from Amazon customers. You may also respond to support emails or incoming live chats.

Most interactions with customers will deal with orders — either questions about an existing order or difficulties when trying to place an order.

But you may also help solve problems or provide support. Keep in mind, most customers contact Amazon by live chat or phone — so you’ll have to be quick when offering solutions to customers!

Where Does Amazon Hire?

Good question! Although the virtual customer service positions at Amazon are work-from-home, you still need to reside in one of the following states:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

At the time I’m writing this, these are the only states Amazon currently hires virtual customer service reps.

Now, if you’re looking for other virtual jobs at Amazon, be sure to read the job description from the Virtual Locations Hiring Page. Those jobs may or may not be location-specific. However, when it comes to their work from home customer service jobs, you will need to live in one of the states listed!

What Experience Do I Need to Work From Home For Amazon?

Generally speaking, Amazon likes to see the following experience for their virtual customer service reps:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• 1+ years in a service environment
• Basic typing, Internet, phone, and research skills

It’s also helpful if you possess the following qualities:

• Customer focus
• Ability to prioritize customer needs
• Patience
• Conflict resolution
• Ability to assess customer needs & deliver appropriate solutions

That’s it! This is a really great opportunity to use your real world experience in retail, hospitality or other service-based industry to snag a work-from-home job.

What About Technical Requirements? What Will I Need?

Like all work from home jobs, you will need to meet certain tech requirements in order to be considered for a position. And the Amazon work from home jobs are no different. The basic tech requirements needed for their virtual customer service jobs include:

• A Windows PC
• 64-bit operating system running either Windows 8.1, Windows 10, OSX 10.9 or higher
• Minimum 10 mbps download speed (test your speed over at Speedtest.net)
• No wifi — must be hardwired to the internet via Ethernet cable — sorry no satellite!
• Laptops are OK, but you must have an external monitor, keyboard, and mouse
• Windows Auto Update
• Windows Defender

You’ll also need to be able to take phone calls. But don’t worry, you won’t need a landline! Once you’re hired, Amazon will ship you a headset for taking calls via Internet. You’ll also receive a Gemalto token, which will turn your PC into a super-secure powerhouse for both your protection and the customers you interact with!

So Far So Good. What Will My Schedule Be Like?

Your schedule will largely depend on demand. Sometimes, Amazon specifically hires work from home customer service agents just to handle calls during high-volume times. Remember, Amazon’s peak times run from Thanksgiving to mid-January. During those months you may be working full time or even overtime to meet the increase in online shoppers.

During off-peak times, Amazon’s virtual support center is open from 3 a.m. to midnight PST. Your shift could fall anytime during these hours. And you’ll be expected to have a pretty flexible schedule to accommodate these hours. You may be assigned any combo of day, afternoon, or evening shifts. Most reps will work at least one weekend day with many working both Saturday and Sunday.

You’ll also have to attend and complete paid training which may have a completely different schedule. Fortunately, your recruiter will go over all that information with you so you won’t be caught off guard when it comes time to train.

What About Amazon Work From Home Salary? How Much Will I Make?

For customer service reps, the Amazon work from home salary is the same: $10.00/hour (unless you reside in a state where the minimum wage is higher).

This includes paid training while you’re learning the ropes! Virtual reps also have bonus opportunities that can boost their $10 hourly rate.

Remember, Amazon has additional virtual work from home jobs available which will likely pay higher, but for customer service reps there is an across-the-nation pay rate of $10/hour.

Additional Facts About Working for Amazon

You’re probably an Amazon customer already and know about its Prime Membership and 2-day shipping. However, there are some interesting details about Amazon I want to share from an employment perspective.

Amazon ranks number 14 on Forbes World’s Best Employers List

• They will hire 100,000 veterans and military spouses prior to 2024
• As part of their Upskilling Program, Amazon offers free skills training to US employees
• 400,000 new jobs were created in 2020 aloe
• Full time employees receive comprehensive benefits on Day 1
• Its Amazon Technical Academy trains employees to become software engineers in just 9 months

Feel free to browse additional Amazon Facts as you learn more about this company and how they work.

Hint: It’s a good idea to know these things before applying and a definite must before an interview!

I Want To Be A Part Of the Amazon Work From Home Team!

That’s the spirit! Remember, Amazon has a lot of different work from home jobs available. They hire throughout the year for a ton of different roles from Software Development to Human Resources and more!

Additionally, Amazon typically hires a group of seasonal remote customer service agents for the holiday season. As a remote job seeker, be sure to determine your career ideals before you start applying to different jobs!

Whether you want to work from home temporarily for Amazon or grow your career there full time follow these steps:

1. Search for opening on the Virtual Locations Career Page
2. Create an Amazon Jobs Account
3. Apply to positions using your resume and cover letter
4. Complete any necessary assessments
5. Prepare for a phone interview or virtual interview

Need additional help? Let me know in the comments below! I’m happy to help you prep for your work from home job search at Amazon.

Happily,

Ashlee

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Work from home staffing agencies make it easier to find remote work. In fact, staffing agencies are regularly used by both small and large companies to help fill vacancies with great talent (like you).

But, are staffing agencies really remote-friendly? Yes, for the most part.

Keep reading to learn more about 21 work from home staffing agencies. One just may be your ticket to a new remote role. 

What is a Work from Home Staffing Agency? 

First, let’s go over what a staffing agency is. Staffing agencies are the middleman between employers and job seekers. They are also called recruitment, search, or staffing firms. 

For example, let’s say Company PDQ Inc. regularly has wfh jobs. Currently, it needs to hire an online bookkeeper. However, PDQ does not want to go through the recruiting process on its own. After all, hiring is costly and time consuming. In fact, it averages out to about $4,129 and 42 days to fill a single position, according to ADP.  

So, PDQ decides to work with a staffing agency instead. Now the staffing agency sets out to find candidates to fill the bookkeeper position. To do this, they might advertise on popular remote job boards or post on LinkedIn. Additionally, many work from home staffing agencies have an existing pool of candidates they turn to also.

How Do I Get Hired? 

First, you provide your basic information to the staffing agency. This includes your work history and job preferences. Then a recruiter works with you to find a role that is a good fit. Eventually, there are interviews to complete as you go through the hiring process. Finally, you receive an offer of employment or a fixed-term contract. 

Generally speaking, staffing agencies streamline your job search. You hand your resume to them and your recruiter uses it to find multiple open roles on your behalf. 

What Remote Positions Can I Find? 

Some staffing agencies work in specific industries. For example, let’s say Staffing Solutions RUS specializes in placing legal staff. Others offer broad staffing services across all industries. 

Regardless, you can find just about any remote job vacancy via staffing firms. Common remote roles regularly promoted by staffing agencies include: 

• Customer Service
• Administrative Assistant
• Payroll 
• Recruiter
• Marketing Specialist 

And, that’s just a short list! 

What Types of Employment Do Staffing Agencies Offer?

Typically, staffing agencies are known for temp jobs. 

And, yes, there are definitely temporary jobs available. However, it doesn’t stop there. There are different types of employment you need to know about before registering with a staffing agency. 

Temporary 

Often, companies use staffing agencies to fill short-term vacancies. A common example is when an employee takes maternity/paternity leave for a few months.

Another scenario is when companies periodically require extra help. For example, an online retailer needs all hands on deck during the holidays. 

In both scenarios, these companies use staffing agencies to fill roles temporarily. These assignments typically last for just a few months. 

Temp to Hire 

Temp to hire is like a trial run. In other words, the company is open to hiring a temp worker permanently but wants to test the waters first. So, there’s a short-term contract in place with an option to hire at the end of it. 

Direct Hire 

Finally, there is direct hire. This is when a company turns to a work from home staffing agency to place a full time employee. Once a person is placed via the staffing agency, they are officially an employee of that company. 

Work From Home Staffing Agencies: The Top 5 with the Most Remote Jobs

Now you have a good understanding of what a staffing agency is and the types of employment you can find. It’s finally time to look at firms that have tons remote openings available. 

1. Kelly

Kelly has been in the recruiting business for more than 75 years. Today, they work with 90 of the Fortune 100 companies to place top talent in open roles. In fact, Kelly places nearly 500,000 workers every year. Even more impressive is that a whopping 72% of openings at Kelly have a remote work option. 

Recently Listed Remote Roles at Kelly:

• Outbound Customer Care
• Recruiter
• Test Scorer
• Interpreter
• Payroll Specialist 

Please visit the Kelly Job Openings page for more information and next steps. 

2. Randstand 

Currently, Randstad is the second largest staffing firm in the world! For the most part, Randstad provides top talent to companies across all industries, including many Fortune 500 Companies. At this time, 81% of all roles are remote-friendly. 

Recently Listed Remote Roles at Randstand: 

• Customer Service Representative
• Accounts Receivable
• Mortgage Underwriter
• Insurance Agent
• Medical Billing

Randstand’s Job Seeker page has detailed information about signing up to join its talent pool.

3. Robert Half

Robert Half International was founded in 1948. Today, it’s often listed on FlexJobs’ 100 Top Companies with Remote Jobs. Additional Robert Half awards include one of the Best Places to Work by Human Rights Campaign and one of the Happiest Companies in America by CareerBliss. 

Robert Half places talent across in-demand remote industries like legal, human resources, accounting, IT, finances, and more. Roughly 86% of its listings are remote. 

Some recently listed roles include: 

• Accountant
• Administrative Assistant
• Sales Representative
• Paralegal
• Project Assistant

Head on over to Robert Half Hiring to learn how they can help you find a remote job. 

4. Kforce

Kforce mostly places workers in technology and accounting/finance roles. In fact, it works for 70% of Fortune 100 companies to provide short-term and long-term support in these areas. Go ahead and check out my Kforce review to learn about the ins and outs of recruitment there.

Today, Kforce has 4,000 clients and places 23,000 candidates in open roles each year. Approximately 73% of all listings are for remote work!

Past openings include:

• Payroll Accountant
• Tax Accountant
• Technical Manager
• Project Manager
• Technical Support

To join one of the better work from home staffing agencies, visit Kforce to submit your resume. 

5. Ajilon 

Founded in 2011, Ajilon is a newer staffing company. Even still, it’s able to place nearly 15,000 professionals every year! Ajilon specializes in marketing, administration, customer service, human resources, and nonclinical healthcare roles. 

For example, recent listings include: 

• Medical Biller
• Customer Service Representative
• Administrative Assistant
• Payroll 
• Medical Coder

An impressive 85% of these roles are remote. To start, job seekers, like you, work with recruiters to get placed in the perfect position. There’s more detailed information about the recruiting process over at Ajilon. 

Even More Work from Home Staffing Agencies

The five staffing agencies mentioned above are those with a high percentage of work from home jobs. Additionally, each of them appear on the FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies hiring remote workers. This means they routinely post and hire remote candidates. Needless to say, there are hundreds and thousands of remote-friendly positions using those staffing agencies. However, there are even more work from home staffing agencies to choose from.

6. Solomon Page

Works with companies within industries like Fashion & Beauty, Hospitality, Media, and Healthcare. 

7. Belay

An entirely remote team started in 2010. Common remote jobs at Belay include Virtual Assistant, Bookkeeping, and Social Media Manager. 

8. Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH)

Helps job seekers find jobs with companies that align with their values. Also brings temps on as LHH employees which come with benefits like health insurance, PTO, and bonuses. 

9. Staffmark

Places an astounding 41,000 people in jobs every week. https://video.digi-me.com/staffmark/expectations/CIYM0001

10. Beacon Hill Staffing Group

Named one of the best staffing firms by Forbes. Has jobs available in legal, project management, administrative, and research industries.

11. Michael Page

Recruitment expertise in accounting, legal, human resources, information technology, sales, and marketing. Provides career advice for job seekers to help build their careers. 

12. Aquent

Firmly believes that work should be flexible and inclusive. Provides career coaching and benefits to its talent. 

13. Working Solutions

Places agents as independent contractors in various work from home programs. Must pass assessments to receive an assignment. 

14. Manpower Group

Works across all industries. Offers resources for job seekers to change careers and develop skills. 

15. HealthCare Support

This is a niche recruitment firm that focuses exclusively on the healthcare industry.

16. Medix

Serves workers and businesses within healthcare, life sciences, and IT throughout the US. Additional offices located throughout Canada.

17. FlexProfessionals

Next up is FlexProfessionals. As you might have guessed by its name, this work from home staffing agency recruits professionals for flexible work arrangements! Previous remote roles include Accountant, Human Resources, Project Coordinator, and Operations Manager.

18. Hired by Matrix

Although headquartered in NJ, Hired by Matrix hires professionals across the US. Remote roles it fills are mostly temporary and freelance, so keep that in mind before applying!

19. Profiles

Since 1998 Profiles has provided staffing services for creative technology and marketing industries. Some examples of remote roles its hired for include Marketing Coordinator, Content Strategist, and Content Editor!

20. BuzzCo

Another small, family-owned work from home staffing agency is BuzzCo. Most roles are full time, contract, or freelance. In the past BuzzCo has placed remote workers in roles like Account Executive, Designer, and Illustrator.

21. Stage 4 Solutions

Marketing professionals can turn to Stage 4 Solutions for help finding a remote role. Currently, the company has more than 10,000 professionals in its talent pool. Example of roles include both short-term and long-term projects like Event Marketing, Administration, and Social Media Management.

What Else Should I Know About Work From Home Staffing Agencies? 

Many work from home staffing agencies have in-person and remote roles available. However, some (like Belay) are entirely remote. Always tell your recruiter you’re interested in remote work only. 

Keep in mind, a lot of remote job openings have location requirements. This holds true for staffing agencies too. So, as you work with a staffing agency, don’t be surprised to see jobs that require candidates to live in select states and even specific cities. It’s completely normal.

Lastly, be open and honest with your recruiter. Their job is to find you a job that aligns with your career ideals and goals. Tell them what you’re looking for and the types of companies you see yourself working for. Only accept a placement if it’s a role that actually interests you. 

In the end, work from home staffing agencies are a reliable source of remote jobs. However, keep in mind that staffing agencies do not guarantee placement.

Finally, visit the work from home staffing agencies on this list. After you get established with one (or two) you’ll have a steady stream of remote jobs coming your way. Pro tip: Focus on a few agencies within your desired industry!

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. I’ll do my best to steer you in the right direction. You’ve got this! 

Happily, 

Ashlee

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How to become a remote online notary? Great question. Here at Work From Home Happiness we’re all about remote-friendly career paths. In fact, we’ve written a number of in-depth career guides for aspiring remote workers. After all, we want you to find a remote job you’ll love, not just any ol’ remote job. 

And, in recent years, notary work has become increasingly popular among remote workers over the last few years.

Formerly, notary work was not remote friendly. However, thanks to the pandemic Remote Online Notary (RON) became a thing.

Currently, more than 40 states have laws that allow remote notaries.  And being a notary is just one of many wfh jobs out there. But, it’s not something you can just jump into. Instead, you have to follow a number of steps in order to become a remote online notary. 

So, without further ado let’s get into it. 

What Is A Notary? 

Before learning how to become a notary, it’s important to discuss what a notary is.

First, a notary is technically known as a Notary Public. These are state-appointed persons who act as witnesses during the signing of important documents. But, they do much more than that! 

According to the National Notary Association, 

“A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by state government to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents.”    

National Notary Association

As previously mentioned, notaries play an important role during the signing of documents. So, people turn to notaries when signing official documents. 

Now, technically anything you sign can be notarized (including your second grader’s field trip permission slip) BUT not everything needs to be signed. However, commonly notarized documents fall in categories like:

• Real Estate
• Legal
• Financial
• Healthcare 

Additionally, OneNotary includes commercial leases, employment contracts, legal affidavits, passport applications, and mortgage documents as some of the most commonly notarized. 

What Can A Notary Do?

Again, a notary can notarize just about any signed document. I’ve had a notary present during the signing of my parents’ wills and at the closing of my home’s refinance. Heck, some states will even let notaries marry couples! 

But, there are also things notaries cannot do. For example, they cannot certify copies of vital records like birth and death certificates. 

What Work Does A Notary Perform? 

Next, let’s look at the specific job functions of a notary. First and foremost, notaries verify identity. They make sure the people signing documents are who they say they are. In other words, notaries check government issued IDs to prevent fraud.

Secondly, notaries double check that documents are complete and ready to be signed. Then they ensure all parties are willingly signing and are not being forced into anything. Similarly, they’ll make sure that each person understands what it is being signed and are competent enough to knowingly sign. 

After all named parties have signed, the notary will fill out their notary certificate. This will include the notary’s signature along with their stamp or seal. It looks something like this: 

Finally, the completed certificate with stamp or seal is provided with the signed documents. That’s it – the notarization is complete! 

How Much Does a Notary Public Make? 

When discussing how to become a remote online notary the topic of pay inevitably comes up.  Notaries cannot just charge any amount for their services. Instead, most states set limits on what a notary can bill based on the document they are notarizing and the number of people signing.

For example, Florida allows notaries to charge the following fees per signature: 

• $10 – acknowledgments
• $10 – Jurats
• $10 – Verbal Oath/Affirmation 
• $25 – RON (Remote Online Notary)

Additionally, Florida Notaries can charge extra for travel. “How much extra?,” you ask. Well, that’s up to the individual notary. The State of Florida does not set limits for notary travel expenses. 

To sum it up, notary earnings vary state to state. However, notaries are able to charge per signature or oath and may also charge reasonable travel fees. Remember, some states even allow notaries to officiate weddings. For example, Florida Notaries can charge $30 to perform a marriage. 

Who Can Be a Notary Public? 

Now, can anyone become a notary? Again, the answer to this question largely depends on which state you live in. However, the majority of states have general notary guidelines like:

• 18 years or older
• Legal resident of the state 
• Read and write English 
• No felonies
• No misdemeanors involving fraud or deceit

Additionally, some states have mandatory training and/or exam requirements. For example, the State of Florida requires 3 hours of notary training followed by a passing score on a test. 

So, Does That Mean I Can’t Become a Notary With a Criminal Record? 

Not necessarily. Some states will not allow individuals with felonies on their record to become a Notary Public. Period.

Other states, like Florida, allow notaries with felony convictions as long as that person has had their civil rights restored. Additionally, misdemeanors that involve fraud, dishonesty, or deceit can prevent you from becoming a Notary Public in many states.

Remember, every state has unique rules regarding its notaries. Always double check your state’s notary guidelines for the most up-to-date information. 

Can I Work From Home As a Notary Public? 

Absolutely! In fact, how to become a remote online notary is a pretty popular question these days. And, thanks to the pandemic, the majority of states now have laws that allow its notaries to work online. 

So, what’s the difference between how to become a notary and how to become an online notary? 

First, an online notary is typically referred to as an RON which stands for Remote Online Notary. 

A Remote Online Notary can notarize the same documents as a traditional Public Notary. Similarly, RONs perform the same tasks previously mentioned but entirely online. To do their jobs, remote notaries use special technology to complete the notarization process. This allows all parties to appear before one another and verify identity without physically being in the same room. 

How Do I Become A Remote Online Notary? 

Many states require you to become a traditional Public Notary first. Then you can apply to become a RON. Some states have additional training requirements for RONs (like Florida). Remember, default to your Secretary of State website for the most current direction for RONs and Notary Public information.

We’ve also created a State Notary Resources Google Sheet with Helpful Links to each state’s Notary Websites as well as whether they allow RON:

What Schooling Do I Need to Be A Remote Online Notary? 

Finally, some states require training for notaries. Other states simply ask you to pass an exam. However, almost all states have free training or study guides aspiring notaries can use to satisfy notary requirements. 

Please be cautious of “online notary schools” that teach you to become a notary in your state. Most states do not have mandatory training requirements. And those which do often provide all the training you need for free. 

Florida, for example, provides its own Notary Education Program. The three hour course is the only training you’ll need and it’s 100% free!  From there, Florida offers an additional Remote Online Notary training – also free of charge.

What if My State Doesn’t Have Training Requirements?

Furthermore, some states have zero guidance for how to become a notary. For example, notaries in Alabama are appointed by county-level probate judges.

To be considered, Alabama residents fill out an application and secure a $25,000 bond. From there, it’s up to each notary to develop the skills necessary to be successful. The State of Alabama website simply points residents to its Secretary of State website. 

It can be pretty confusing on how to become a remote online notary depending on which state you live in! Before you jump in, please visit your Secretary of State Website. A google search can result in hundreds of online training programs or notary schools that charge you for training you can receive for free from your state! 

What Fees Are There To Become A Remote Online Notary?

Great question! Again, every state has different filing fees for its notary publics and RONs. For example, the State of Florida charges a $39 application fee for its notaries.

Additional expenses remote online notaries have include:

• Notary Stamp or Seal
• eSeal
• Digital Certificate
• State Approved RON software to perform remote notary services 
• Surety bond for online notarizations

Additionally, notaries may opt for errors and omissions insurance or a Notary Journal to keep track of all their official acts. Errors and omissions insurance protects you in the event you make a mistake while providing remote online notary services.

Again, and I hate to keep saying this, but your state will let you know what supplies are required and which are optional!

How To Become a Remote Online Notary 

Lastly, let’s put it all together so you have a good idea of what it takes to become a notary in your state. Generally, these are the steps needed to learn how to become a remote online notary:

Meet Your State’s Requirements

See if you meet your state’s notary requirements, i.e., age and criminal history. Note: Some states disqualify individuals with felony convictions or anyone with fraud convictions

Complete Training (if Necessary) & Pass Certification

Determine if your state mandates notary training. Remember, you might not have to pay for training if your state (like Florida) provides it free of charge. Additionally, you will likely have to become a Public Notary first before you can become a RON.

Research if your state allows Remote Online Notary (RON)

Not all states allow RON. Use our handy State Notary Resources sheet to see if yours does. If so, complete necessary training to also become an RON

Complete Notary Application

After you complete training and/or certification fill out the application to become a notary in your state and pay the associated fees. Additionally, purchase a surety bond. Optionally, buy Errors & Omissions insurance. Please check your state’s Secretary of State Website for surety bond requirements and approved vendors!

Gather Necessary Notary Supplies

Compile a list of necessary supplies as a notary and RON

Notary Public and RONs need specific supplies like stamps, embossers, certificates, and software. Only purchase what you need – your state will tell you which supplies are needed. Additionally, RONs may only use state-approved vendors for remote notarization software. Examples include Nexsys, NotaryCam, SafeDocs, etc.

Market your in-person and Remote Online Notary services 

Once your application is approved and you have all the necessary equipment -Congrats! You’re now a Notary Public and/or Remote Online Notary. Now it’s time to market your services.

How To Become A Remote Online Notary and Start A Home Business 

Finally, it’s time to start working as a remote online notary. Remember, you are now self-employed. As such, you need to learn how to be self-employed from home.

Additionally, invest in marketing classes or at-home business training. We recommend Notary Training Institute to help you build a successful and thriving Notary Public business both locally and online. Additionally, Notary Training Institute helps students expand their Notary business to include additional revenue streams like Signing Agent. 

And, if you ever have additional questions on how to become a notary, they provide tons of resources and support. There’s even a Notary Training Institute Members Only Private Community. It’s a highly-recommended resource for anyone looking to start a grow a remote online notary business.

Happily, 

Ashlee

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There are a lot of virtual assistant jobs out there. In fact, even I’ve tried my hand at a few over the years. And, honestly, I enjoy the work of a VA.

Why?

First, many virtual assistant jobs are flexible. They’re perfect for the side-hustling mama to the full-time freelancer (and everyone in between).

And, you can opt to contract with a virtual assistant company or start your own virtual assistant business. In fact, there are nearly 300 in-demand VA services you can offer directly to clients!

But, before discussing the ins and outs of finding VA work, let’s start with the basics.

What is a virtual assistant?

Before you look for virtual assistant jobs, you gotta know what a virtual assistant (VA for short) is.

A virtual assistant is someone who provides support and completes tasks from a remote location. This means that a virtual assistant in Texas could make travel arrangements for their client in Germany or coordinate meetings for an executive in Seattle.

Really, the possibilities are endless.

According to Investopedia, a virtual assistant is

“an independent contractor who provides administrative services to clients while operating outside of the client’s office.”

Investopedia

However, not all virtual assistant jobs are contract. More on that later.

What is important to know is that thanks to our ever-connected world and ability to do pretty much anything with a computer and Internet connection, virtual assistants can provide just about any service that an in-office administrative assistant can.

And this means a lot of legitimate virtual assistant jobs out there for anyone looking for wfh jobs.

What does it take to get hired for virtual assistant jobs?

Next, what skills are needed as a VA? First, since virtual assistants are entirely remote, you’ll need a computer, high-speed internet and telephone to stay connected with clients and complete tasks.

Depending on the client or company you contract with, there are likely to be additional requirements.

For example, I’ve seen some companies require their virtual assistants to have a landline phone. Additionally, some require VAs to have the capability to fax, scan and copy from their home office. And still some want specific skills like the ability to type 75 WPM or working knowledge of Photoshop. Heck, there are even virtual assistants jobs specifically for paralegals!

Remember, the required skill sets or software needed will depend on the company or a client’s nature of business and their individual needs. Always read a job description VERY carefully before you apply. Most will tell you the needed skills and tech requirements for the position.

Psst: Not feeling great about your current tech and administrative skills? No problem! Take a refresher course with Coursera!

Who would make an outstanding virtual assistant?

If you refer to yourself as a Jack or Jill of all trades, you’d probably make a great virtual assistant. Since VAs are often tasked with a variety of jobs, you’ll need to have a little knowledge of a lot of things or at the very least be really proficient in Internet research in order to come up with the answer/solution to any question/problem.

However, there are several skills that are helpful to have when looking for virtual assistant jobs.

Generally speaking, virtual assistants:

• Have great communication skills
• Can write effectively
• Are self starters
• Roll with the punches
• Stay cool, calm and collected under pressure
• Know how to multitask and prioritize
• Work with a sense of urgency
• Require limited direction

If you’ve ever worked as an admin assistant, personal assistant or in any kind of secretarial role, then you already know what it takes to provide support to others and get things done quickly, efficiently and without interruption to a client’s schedule. A virtual assistant’s role is no different with the exception that you’ll be doing it entirely from home.

Companies that Offer Virtual Assistant Jobs

While some people choose to create their own virtual assistant job, others are more interested in contracting with a company.

Really, each has its pros and cons! If you’re looking for companies that do contract with VAs, check out this list:

1. Great Assistant

• A division of profit factory
• Places assistants with entrepreneurs
• W2 position
• Pays around $25/hour
• Must email jobs@greatassistant.com to apply
• MUST follow application instructions to a T!

2. VaVa Virtual Assistants

• This is both an Account Manager & Executive Assistant role
• Must live in the United States
• 3+ Years of Executive Assistant Experience
• 30 hours (or more) per week

3. EA Help Virtual Assistant Jobs at BELAY

• Formerly EA Help
• Requires previous experience assisting high-level executives
• Must have a quiet home office with latest MS Office installed
• 1099 contractor role
• Hires general Virtual Assistants as well as Bookkeepers, Website Specialists, and Social Media Managers

4. Worldwide 101 Boldly

• Read my Boldly Remote Jobs Review
• Actively hiring for Executive Assistants, Marketing & Social Media Specialists, Project Management, and Virtual Paralegals
• Has a program specifically for Military Spouses
• Should have 7 years experience in your field
• Requires in-depth internet knowledge
• Qualified applicants hear back within 14 days of applying
• Hiring process includes 2 video interviews, psychometric testing, and background/reference checks
• Hired as a W2 employee
• Formerly Worldwide 101

5. Gabbyville

• Virtual answering/receptionist services
• Provides bilingual virtual receptionists
• Answer calls during a company’s business hours and takes messages
• May also schedule appointments or take orders
• Not much by way of application process, if interested, need to email career@gabbyville.com
• Must provide a screenshot of your Internet Speed, Typing Speed, and Twilio speed as part of your application

6. Zirtual

Note: On August 10, 2015, Zirtual abruptly shut down. They remained closed for seven days until Startups.com (a startup launch platform) acquired Zirtual. They resumed service beginning August 17, 2015. Now, Zirtual is once again hiring Virtual Assistants to work from home.

• Must be US-based
• College education required
• 1099 independent contractor role
• VAs earn 47% of their client’s monthly plan
• Average earnings = $3,000-$3,500 monthly
• You can fill out a profile to be considered for future roles

7. Contemporary Virtual Assistance

• Offers both full and part time virtual assistant jobs
• Prefers individuals with specialized experience in a particular field, ex. social media, WordPress, graphic design, Google tools, etc.
• Must be available at least four hours a day Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
• Need to have high speed internet and reliable phone access
• Pay rate starts at $10.00 per hour with room for advancement after 60 days
• Rarely hiring

8. Time Etc. has Virtual Assistant Jobs

• Appears to be very part-time work (read the review here)
• Requires a minimum of just three hours of availability per week but prefers a five hour per week commitment
• Must be available Monday through Friday
• Need to have 2-3 years of admin/secretarial experience
• Starting pay rate of $13.00 per hour
• Need to have a Skype account, printer, and Microsoft Office
• Writing skills preferred as jobs might include blogging, content writing, social media updates
• Prefers a one-year commitment

9. Paragon Planners

• Part-time work only, 20-32 hours per week
• Hires Virtual Administrative Assistants & Virtual Assistant Schedulers
• Pay rate is $14.00 – $16.00 hourly
• Fill out a Google Form to apply
• Must be available Monday – Friday
• Only hires in select US states

10. Vicky Virtual

• Seeking work-at-home receptionists to handle calls, answer questions, schedule appointments, etc.
• Must be living in the United States
• Need to have a headset for answering calls, reliable high-speed internet connection, type at least 50 wpm
• Should be able to speak in a “neutral accent”
• Experience providing phone-based support and customer service is a plus
• Pay rate starting at just $10.00 per hour
• Rarely hiring, Usually posts job openings on FlexJobs

11. Fancy Hands

• Crowdsourced VA platform (read the review here)
• Requires a lengthier application process
• Paid per task ($3-$7)
• Work available 24/7
• Payments issued every other week on Tuesdays
• Opportunity to move up

12. $99 Social

• Help small businesses around the world with their social media accounts
• Write creative content for social media (Twitter, Facebook, G+, LinkedIn)
• Discover and find unique content around the Internet
• Minimum commitment of 10 hours
• Earn an average of $12/hour
• Must be available Monday – Friday
• You will have to perform a practice assignment to be hired

13. Smith AI

• Hires virtual receptionists
• Tasks include taking messages, collecting payments, transferring calls, etc.
• Minimum 40 WPM typing speed
• Must be available for at least 5 days a week for 5 hours per day
• Shifts are broken into 2-5 hour blocks
• Starting pay at $15/hour for US agents
• Starting pay at $11/hour for agents outside of the US

14. Red Butler Delegated

• Red Butler is now Delegated. You can read my Red Butler Review to learn more.
• High school degree needed
• College degree preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Virtual, remote, or freelance experience a plus
• Newer computer (3 years or less)

15. Aspire

• Work as a virtual concierge
• Roles include Lifestyle Concierge and Travel Concierge
• $500 sign up bonus if you pass certification
• Employee role
• Can choose a 4 day or 5 day workweek

16. Virtual Assistant Jobs with OkayRelax

• English fluency
• Currently only hiring in Philippines and Pakistan
• Full time
• Availability during US West Coast Hours
• Previous remote work required

17. Team Delegate

• Says they’re always looking for the “best and brightest.” However, they’re not always hiring
• Must pass background check to get hired
• Availability during business hours required
• 1099 Contractor role
• Does not hire residents of MT, PA, NY, NJ or CA

18. Vasumo

• Must live in US or Canada
• 3 years minimum experience needed
• Requires 3 months of paid training
• Must pass certification after training to get hired

19. U Assist Me

• Must live in El Salvador
• Candidates must have advanced English skills
• Requires availability between Monday-Friday
• Must be comfortable working on tasks like bookkeeping, social media, management, and bill collecting

20. 24/7 Virtual Assistant

• Must email your resume to: careers@247virtualassistant.com
• You will only be contacted if you are a good fit for an existing client
• Average pay rate is $13-$14/hour
• Most assistants work part-time, 20-120 hours per month

21. TaskBullet 

• Should be committed to learning new skills and professional development
• Services you may need to know include marketing, admin support, and real estate
• Can work as an executive assistant, personal assistant, or social media assistant
• Also has opportunities for non-U.S. residents (learn more here)

22. Peachtree Versatile Assistants

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Available at least 15 hours a week
• 1099 contractor role
• $22/hour pay rate
• May undergo a background check
• Must pass a a skills assessment

23. Equivity Virtual ASsistant Jobs

• Hires part time virtual assistants
• Availability between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday – Friday
• Bachelor’s degree
• US resident
• Hires virtual paralegals and virtual executive assistants

Former Virtual Assistant Jobs

Finally, you’ll see a crossed out list of VA companies below. Those are there on purpose. At one time, these were all active virtual assistant companies. However, they have since become inactive, were sold, or simply went out of business.

Instead of deleting them, strikethroughs are used so you can see these companies.

Virtual Office VA Staffing

• Must be a resident of the U.S. (Texas residents cannot be accepted)
• Contract position
• Pays weekly; $9.00/hour for actual work completed (not idle time)
• Must complete free training before being offered a contract
• Decide how much you want to work and for which clients

Clara Labs

• Work as a remote assistant, mostly processing emails
• You also help ‘train’ Clara’s artificial intelligence platform
• Must be familiar with Google Calendar and Gmail
• Hired as an independent contractor
• Flexible schedule, but must be available during business hours PST

Lifebushido

• Always hiring
• Part-time work starting at five hours a week with the option to increase to 20 hours based on performance
• Hires worldwide
• Must email jobs@lifebushido.com to receive information about the hiring process

Care 2 Share

• Real estate staffing company that hires VAs
• Must have Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. availability
• WordPress, Adobe, and real estate experience preferred
• Must have high speed internet, noise-free working space, headset with microphone
  for phone calls
• Also prefers college grads, those with accounting experience and knowledge of QuickBooks
• Send resume to jobs@caretwoshare if interested

exec-u-sist

• Must complete a self-guided interview
• Employee position
• Will need to create a five-minute video as part of the application process (answer questions, show your workspace, and demonstrate your personality)
• Have four days to complete the application process

Office 88 Tele-Staff

• Must sign up and take a short test
• Four types of virtual assistant jobs:
  • web designer
  • graphic designer
  • translator/proofreader
  • secretary
• Hired as a freelancer
• Can also earn commission for selling Office 88 services

Create Your Own Virtual Assistant Jobs

As you can see, there are no shortages of virtual assistant jobs out there. But contracting with a virtual assistant company or getting hired on as an employee doesn’t make sense for everyone.

The good news is, you can start your own virtual assistant business — even if you have no experience. Just ask Gina Horkey. She built a successful VA business from scratch to $12,000/month. Impressive, right?

She’s pretty transparent about how she got there, and even delivers the step-by-step goods in her self-paced course. You can snag the Jumpstart Your VA Biz course right now for under one hundred bucks.

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Looking for typing jobs from home? You’re not alone. Typing-based remote jobs are some of the most popular around. In fact, typing-heavy jobs were what got me into remote work almost a decade ago. 

I was always a fast typist. When I was eight, we got a brand new Compaq computer. I was thrilled.

I quickly expressed interest in learning to type. My ever-supportive mom bought me computer software called Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing. I loved it. I honed my typing skills and always tried to get faster.

Eventually, I carried my typing skills through high school and even used them to do data entry work for a medical office during the afternoons and summer. 

It was only natural that when I decided to kick my cubicle to the curb that I would try to capitalize on my fast fingers. 

What I quickly learned was that, if you’re a fast and accurate typist, you can definitely put your fingers to work.

Typing Jobs From Home: Options Available 

Almost all remote jobs require typing skills. Since you’re not in an office, most of your communication will be done in writing. You’ll send tons of emails, instant messages, and do a lot of typing to communicate. 

But, there are those remote career paths that require a lot more typing than the average position. So, if you’ve always been a fast typist you should definitely look into these typing jobs from home. 

1. Bookkeeper 

A bookkeeper keeps daily records of money coming in and money going out. Unlike an accountant, a bookkeeper doesn’t need accreditation or a degree. Instead, they need to be accurate typists as they work to keep true financial records. 

Bookkeepers can work for a single company or outsource their services to different clients. A bookkeeping service is a great option for fast typists since the quicker you work the more you can earn. In fact, Entrepreneur named bookkeeping as one of the most profitable businesses. 

So, if you’re a fast and accurate typer, you can earn a living from home as a bookkeeper. 

2. Medical Billing and Coding 

As far as typing jobs from home, medical billing and coding is incredibly in demand. A recent CNBC report found there are far more medical billing and coding job openings than professionals to fill them. 

Needless to say, you can definitely earn a living from home typing as a medical billing and coding pro. But, keep in mind, you need some training and certification to get started. 

Medical billing and coding professionals assign specific codes to patients’ charts. These codes are used by insurance companies to issue payment for procedures and services. Because these codes become a permanent part of a patient’s medical records, certification is required as an entry level candidate. 

Fortunately, you can complete medical billing and coding training online (and in less than a year). Career Step has a comprehensive medical billing and coding program that partners with companies that hire remote workers. So, in as little as a year, you can land one of many typings jobs from home as a medical billing and coding pro. 

3. Transcription 

There are tons of opportunities to work from home in transcription. True story, my very first remote job was as a legal typist. I listened to recorded depositions and phone interviews for insurance companies. Then, I transcribed them word for word. These transcripts were typically used in lawsuits where insurance claims were involved — think car accidents, theft, fire, vandalism, etc. 

Needless to say, it was very interesting! And, it was a remote career path that perfectly played into my typing skills.

But, legal transcribing is just one of the typing jobs from home in transcription. (If you’re seriously interested in legal typing jobs, though, I highly recommend you take this free legal transcription course first!) You can also find work as a general typist and medical typist.

General Transcription 

A general transcriptionist usually transcribes audio ranging from focus groups to financial calls and even sermons or lectures. Really, there are all types of professionals and businesses that use general typists to turn recordings into written documents.

General transcriptionists typically don’t have to transcribe verbatim. Instead, they produce cleaned up transcripts that don’t have “ums” and “uhs,” false starts and stutters from speakers. 

To be a general transcriptionist, you don’t need special training. In fact, many companies will take a chance on beginners. However, to make the most of your time, you need to be a fast and accurate typist. Plus, you have to get used to typing while listening to audio and using a foot pedal. 

I highly recommend a free transcription course before you jump into transcribing head first. Doing so will give you a good overview of transcribing for a living and help you decide if it’s right for you. Did I mention it’s free?

Medical Transcription 

Medical typing jobs from home are some of the most lucrative. However, you need training to be considered. 

As a medical transcriptionist, you listen to doctor dictation and transcribe what is being said. Often, there are specific medical and anatomy terms that would be difficult to understand without proper training. 

The good news is, medical transcription and editing training can be completed online and in less than a year through Career Step. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to take on work as a home-based typist in the medical field. 

4. Data Entry 

As a Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) specializing in remote work, I get a TON of questions about data entry work. Unfortunately, there just aren’t enough real openings to keep up with the demand.

Often, there are tons of jobs posted online looking for home-based data entry clerks. But, more often than not, these postings are scams. On occasion, there are legit data entry positions posted. However, these often pay very little — I’m talking pennies for hundreds of characters typed. 

For example, I signed up for data entry work at Virtual Bee (it’s now called SmartCrowd). Again, I was always looking for typing jobs from home that would let me earn money just for being a quick typist and it seemed like a good option. As it turns out, it wasn’t. I threw in the towel after a week of work and only earning $7.00. Yep, you read that right — a measly $7.00. 

If you’re truly interested in data entry work from home, you can check out different platforms and marketplaces that frequently post these type of jobs. Some popular options include Amazon Mechanical Turk, SigTrack, Fancy Hands, and Upwork. 

Keep in mind, the pay rate will vary quite a bit. And like the other typing jobs from home listed, the faster you can type, the more you’ll earn! 

5. Captioning 

As a captioner, you’ll sync captions to video so they show up on screen at the right time. To do this, you have to accurately type what is being said and time it just so. 

Captioners can find work captioning pre-recorded video or live broadcasts. Of course, when it comes to live broadcasts, you’ll need to type quickly enough to keep up with speech in real time, as it happens. This requires quite a bit of skill and extremely fast fingers. 

If you’re new to captioning, Rev is a good place to start. While the pay is on the lower side, you can gain experience as a beginner. From there, you can go onto higher-paid positions. 

6. Email & Chat Agents 

Any non-phone jobs are always popular among remote job seekers. That’s why email and chat agent positions are some of the most coveted positions around! Fortunately, there are a number of companies that hire email reps and chat agents to support customers. 

Typically, virtual reps will primarily handle customer inquiries via email and chat. However, there may be times when you have to take calls, so keep that in mind. 

In addition to being a fast typist, you also must have a strong grasp of grammar. You will always need to respond to customers in complete, error-free sentences. 

Apple is a well-known company that hires chat agents, but there are some less-common companies that hire email representatives. If you’re a fast typist, it’s a good idea to check them all out! 

7. Virtual Assistant

Finally, don’t forget about virtual assistant work as a source of typing jobs from home. A virtual assistant tackles a variety of tasks depending on skills and clients. For example, VAs can do graphic design, social media, email management, marketing, ecommerce, and so much more!

You can work for one of the many virtual assistant companies or start your own business as a virtual assistant. In fact, grab this FREE Guide to 275+ In-Demand VA Services for inspiration.

Typing Jobs From Home 

Think you have what it takes to successfully perform typing jobs from home? Keep in mind, you really do need to be fast and accurate to make these jobs worth your time. 

Some companies will only require a typing speed of 30 words per minute or greater. But, for transcription jobs or medical billing and coding gigs, a minimum 70 words per minute is pretty standard. 

Before getting started, test your typing speed. If you struggle to maintain a high word per minute rate or your accuracy is lacking, you can always brush up on your skills.

There are free sites you can use, like How To Type, to refine your abilities. Before you know it, you’ll be ready to tackle all the typing jobs from home. 

Happily, 

Ashlee 

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• Which companies hire outside of the US?
• Are there any remote jobs that can be done anywhere?
• Where can I find international wfh jobs?

And these are just a few of the most common ones! Truthfully, there are dozens of individuals who reach out to us week after week in frustration. The problem isn’t an inability to find work from home jobs – it’s finding companies that hire where they live.

And, we totally understand this frustration. Even under the best circumstances remote job searches are tough. First, you’ve got to be mindful of scams. Second, you’re likely limited to a handful of remote jobs based on your location alone.

In fact, roughly 95% of remote job listings have geographic restrictions, according to FlexJobs. In other words, just 5% of all remote jobs allow work from anywhere.

Why Do Companies Have Location Requirements for Remote Work?

So, why do remote jobs have location restrictions? Isn’t the whole point of remote work to let people work from locations other than a traditional office? Well, the answer isn’t a simple yes or no.

For the most part, remote hiring boils down to laws and taxes. That’s it. Remember, companies can’t just decide to hire workers in one country (or even state) without first being allowed to do so.

The Rise of Hiring at Work From Anywhere Companies

Fortunately, there’s been a rise in the number of work from anywhere jobs and companies that hire around the world. In fact, roughly 16% of all companies are fully distributed – meaning they hire talent anywhere, regardless of location.

And, that’s good news for remote job seekers, especially those who live outside of the US. Now, there are more options than ever before to work from anywhere (as long as you have internet, of course!).

346+ Work From Anywhere Companies Hiring

To give you an idea of different companies with work from anywhere jobs we’ve put together this MEGA list. Currently, there are 346 entries listed here – with plans to add more as we come across them So, be sure to bookmark this post and check back often – you never know what new work from anywhere companies hiring you’ll find!

How To Use This List

Here at Work From Home Happiness we want you to find a remote job you’ll love, not just any remote job. And part of finding truly satisfying remote work is to get hired at a company that aligns with your personal values. But you have to do research to find these companies.

This is called creating a Target Company List. (Please visit RemotelyAshlee our in-house career coaching pro for more on launching a purposeful job search).

So, we hope you’ll use this list to research work from anywhere companies hiring. It’s a great resource to jump-start your remote job search with a plan and a purpose!

Where Else To Find Work From Anywhere Companies Hiring Right Now

We didn’t just happen to come across the 346 (and counting) remote companies on this list. There are websites you too can use to find even more companies with work from anywhere jobs.

Remotive Worldwide Jobs

First, head over to Remotive. This is a remote work job board. You can find freelance, full time, part-time, and startup remote jobs here. Plus, there’s the option to filter jobs by “worldwide” location. In other words, discover work from anywhere companies hiring right now on Remotive!

FlexJobs

Another go-to site for work from anywhere companies hiring is FlexJobs! Unlike Remotive, FlexJobs is not free to use. You must purchase a membership to fully browse remote job listings here. However, at just a few bucks a month, we find FlexJobs is well worth the price tag. Plus, all jobs are hand screened which means no scams to worry about here. Also, FlexJobs filters make it easy to find 100% remote jobs hiring from around the world:

Start a Work From Anywhere Job Search

When you think of remote work, do you picture yourself sitting on the beach with a laptop? Or, do you live in a country typically excluded from most remote jobs? No problem! You can still find meaningful remote work. However, you will have to focus on work from anywhere companies hiring. This can be a little more difficult but it’s totally possible.

Remember, always research potential companies before you apply to them. Your end goal is to find a remote job you’ll actually enjoy.

Please use the work from anywhere companies on this list to find remote jobs hiring no matter where you live! And, if you have any questions please leave them in the comments below. We’ll be sure to get back to you ASAP.

Happy Job Searching!

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Alorica is a customer experience (CX) company. That’s a fancy way of saying Alorica is in the business of customer service.

And, that’s good news for you, if you’re looking for remote work. After all, there are a lot of work from home customer service jobs – and Alorica is just one company with plenty of them to choose from. So, how do you get hired here? And what is it like to work at Alorica? Read on.

This Alorica work from home review is everything you need to know about working here, before you apply!

What is Alorica?

As I mentioned, Alorica is a CX company. They sell customer service as, well, a service to other businesses. In other words, companies hire Alorica to help them manage customer care.

For example, a hotel chain needs agents to answer phone calls from guests. These agents help book rooms, answer questions, and manage guest reservations.

However, it is expensive and time consuming to operate a call center. So, the hotel group outsources its customer service to Alorica. Now, Alorica is in charge of reservations and customer care for this large hotel group.

As a result, Alorica hires work from home agents to answer calls on behalf of the its client – the hotel.

Tell Me More About Alorica Work From Home Jobs

Alorica has a lot of job openings. But, not all of them are remote. Let’s pay close attention to specific at-home opportunities called Alorica-at-Home.

What is Alorica-at-Home?

Simply put it’s Alorica’s program built specifically for remote workers. Instead of operating an in-person call center, Alorica allows agents to work from home.

“We’re a company that only does one thing – we make lives better…one interaction at a time. And thanks to Alorica-at-Home, you can help us do that from the comfort of your couch!”

alorica careers page

What Kinds of Positions are Available?

Mostly Alorica-at-Home offers call center positions. This includes job titles like:

• Customer Experience Agent
• Customer Service Representative
• Healthcare Customer Service Representative
• Customer Support Representative
• Financial Customer Service Representative
• Customer Service Specialist
• Virtual Customer Service Representative

However, Alorica also has work from home positions for roles like:

• Team Manager
• Client Solutions
• Pharmacy Tech Associate
• Project Manager
• Medication Access Specialist

Keep an eye on the Alorica Jobs Page for a complete list. Make sure to filter by “virtual” location for all the remote listings!

Does Alorica Work From Home Have Location Requirements for Remote Jobs?

Yes! Remember, the majority of work from home jobs have geographic requirements. And, Alorica is no different. For example, Alorica currently hires in select countries like:

• United States
• Canada
• Philippines
• Bulgaria
• Guatemala
• Panama

Furthermore, Alorica has wfh jobs with specific region, state, or even metro area requirements. For example, a work from home financial customer service rep role is only available for Albuquerque, NM or Lake, Mary, FL residents.

I think it’s easiest to filter jobs down to “virtual locations” so you see all the work from home jobs back to back like so:

Is This an Employee Position?

You bet! If you don’t know your remote work type, figure that out first! Otherwise you won’t know whether this is a good fit for you

Alorica mainly has employee positions. As such, Alorica employees are eligible for benefits like:

• Paid training
• Medical & dental insurance
• PTO
• 401(k)
• Employee discount program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additionally, almost all listings advertise full time work. So, be sure you want to work full time and have a set schedule before you apply for Alorica Work From Home!

What Will I Do?

Great question! First, it depends on which position you’re interested in. Some of Alorica’s virtual jobs are specialized. However, the majority of them are listed under the “Call Center” category. As a result, you will spend your shift answering back-to-back calls, messages, or chats.

Some tasks you’ll perform:

• Talk with customers over phone, email, chat, and/or social media
• Resolve customer questions and concerns
• De-escalate issues
• Respond to assistance requests
• Upsell to customers when appropriate
• Update customer information as needed

Remember, you work for Alorica as a representative for big-name brands. That means you will work with customers to clear up concerns and confusion about products and services that Alorica clients offer (not Alorica itself). For example, Alorica Call Center Agents may answer calls for Hilton and Intuit (among other brands!).

What Requirements Do I Need to Work From Home for Alorica?

At the very least you need a high school diploma or GED. However, applicants with a college degree are preferred. Alorica also prefers candidates who have:

• Customer service experience
• Bilingual
• Call center experience

Of course previous call center work or being bilingual isn’t a requirement. It’s just an added bonus if you have any of these under your belt!

In addition, Alorica Applicants need a quiet home office workspace. You should also have a current Windows PC and high-speed internet – these will be tested during the application process.

Are There Specific Skills I Need?

Absolutely! To be successful with Alorica Work From Home, you should have:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel
• Patience and confidence
• Ability to navigate phone and computer systems with ease
• Strong typing speed

Alorica also looks for applicants who are able to stay calm and composed when dealing with difficult customers!

Is There a Background Check or Criminal Record Check at Alorica?

Yes! According to the Alorica Employee Handbook,

“A pre-employment, post-conditional offer background check is required for any candidate being considered for employment. Employment offers are conditional pending successful completion of a background check.”

The background check will verify:

• Criminal history
• SSN
• Employment
• Education
• Credit history

Now, does having a criminal record prevent you from working at home for Alorica? Not necessarily. However, Alorica may withdraw an employment offer under some circumstances. For example, criminal convictions involving violence, theft, and/or dishonesty are likely to hinder your application.

What is The Pay Rate?

It depends. Alorica does not specifically discuss pay for most of its listings. However, several remote ads have pay rate mentioned in the job title. For example,

• Customer Experience Agent $15/ hour
• Bilingual Customer Experience Representative $18.00 per hour
• Financial Care Representative $16-$17/hr
• Customer Service Representative – Work at Home – $18/HR
• Virtual Pharm Tech Associate $20/hr

Of course, this is a short list of different remote roles with pay rates. But it’s reasonable to think that Alorica Work From Home offers starting pay around the $15/hour mark. After you submit your application, a recruiter will reach out to you with more details about the role – including pay.

I’m Interested! What’s the Alorica Work From Home Application Process Like?

It takes about 30-45 minutes to complete the entire application process. However, you do not have to complete the entire thing in one sitting. Alorica allows you to save your application as a draft and continue it at a later point.

In total, there are 10 main sections of the application to navigate through.

1. Register

First, you have to register as a New User through Alorica. (Or login if you have already signed up before!). You can create a username and password or simply use your Google Account details to login.

2. Background Details

Next, it’s time to provide some background information.

Be prepared to provide details of your previous work experience!

Note: You can upload a resume and have your details filled in for you. No resume? No problem! You can also manually fill in all fields as well.

3. Additional Information

Afterward, Alorica will verify additional information like whether you’re 18 or older, legally able to work, and available to work various schedules.

4. Experience Questionnaire

Then Alorica will ask specific questions about your previous experience. For its Alorica Work From Home program, you will be asked:

• How many years of call center experience do you have?
• Number of years experience in customer service?
• Highest level of education?

Remember, be honest! This information will be verified.

5. Diversity Questions

After Experience, Alorica dives further into diversity questions. This part of the application will ask about your ethnicity, race, gender, and veteran status.

Note: You do not have to answer these questions.

6. Self-Identification of Disability

Following Diversity is a short “Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability” form. Because Alorica does business with the government, they are required to provide equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities. Again, you do not have to fill this out.

7. Complete Tax Questionnaire

Next up is an Employer Tax Credit Screening. You will be asked to provide your full name, address, and social security number. From there be ready to answer questions about any previous government benefits you have received like TANF, SNAP, or SSI. Please note, the answers you provide are 100% confidential. In other words, Alorica does not see your responses – they’re used to provide tax breaks.

8. Harver

Now it’s time to start Harver. It appears Harver is a hiring tool companies use to help them bulk hire. And, this makes perfect sense for Alorica.

Essentially, the Harver portion of your application is an assessment. It is broken down into 5 different parts:

1. Situational Judgment Test
2. Personality Test
3. Skills Test
4. Typing Test
5. Internet Speed Test

Situational Judgment Test

After a short introductory video you will be asked to answer questions based on made up scenarios. They refer to this as a Situational Judgment Test.

In total, there are about 9 questions broken down into sets of 3. Most questions want to know how you would handle specific customer interactions. However, some asked about what you would do if a problem came up while working from home.

Personality Test

After the Situational Judgment Test, you will take a personality test. There are about 75 questions in total.

Skills Test

Next, Alorica Work from Home wants to know you will be successful as a remote worker. So, you will have to answer a timed skills test – you have about 45 seconds to answer each of the roughly 15 questions!

Typing Test

Now it’s on to the Typing Test! This is a short, 3-minute test. You will retype text as quickly and accurately as you can during the 3-minute period. Remember, you want to display both speed and accuracy.

Internet Speed Test

Finally, you will perform a quick internet speed test. You don’t have to do anything here other than click a “start” button. Alorica’s system will perform the test and display the results for you. This test is to double check that your home internet is fast enough for remote work.

9. E-Sign Your Application

Hang in there – you’re almost done! Now you will read a short statement and e-sign your application. This is to acknowledge that all information you provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. That’s it!

10. Review and Submit

And, finally, it’s time to review your application and submit it to the Alorica team. If needed, you can edit information about your work experience, background, and demographics. Once everything looks good, go ahead and hit submit.

Your Application is Complete

After you submit your full application, you’re all done. Next, a recruiter for Alorica Work From Home will review your details. If you’re a good fit, they will reach out to you with next steps. Remember to keep an eye on your inbox for any updates.

You can also check on the status of your application by logging into your Alorica account and click the “View My Submissions” link.

Alorica Work From Home Scams

Unfortunately, scams are a part of the work from home world. And, Alorica is no different. However, Alorica is well aware of scammers posing as company representatives and has taken measures to warn applicants.

For example, Alorica shares a Fraud Alert on its Careers Page.

Remember, a common work from home scam is to ask applicants to pay for equipment or administrative fees. However, reputable remote companies WILL NOT ask applicants to pay for expenses related to employee positions. Period!

Alorica Work From Home Reviews

Lastly, don’t forget to do your homework! Part of my job here at Work From Home Happiness is to help remote job seekers find a job they’ll love – not just any ol’ remote job.

To land the right remote role, always research the company. First, head over to its social channels and see how it interacts with customers. Then, browse the company website to find its mission statement or company values. Typically, you will start to get a vibe from the company and whether it’s a place you could see yourself working.

Finally, read employee reviews. You can use Glassdoor, Indeed, and even Facebook to find current and former employee feedback:

But, read reviews with a grain of salt – most people will take the time to write about a negative experience, fewer will share their positive thoughts. In other words, employee reviews are helpful but shouldn’t be the only way you determine if a company is a good fit for you.

Should You Work from Home for Alorica?

Overall, Alorica appears to be a solid remote-friendly company with plenty of customer service and call center jobs to choose from. They also provide decent pay as well as employee benefits.

The application process is lengthy but it helps to speed up the hiring process. After all, factors that quickly rule out candidates like internet speed and computer compatibility are determined pretty early on, so you don’t waste your time.

Remember, this position is not for everyone! Alorica Work From Home is all about call center operations, so you will have a good deal of phone work and customer interaction. Introverts will likely find this role overwhelming because of the constant calls. However, if you thrive on human interaction and feel comfortable with customer service this is a promising role.

It doesn’t hurt to go through the Alorica Work From Home application process to learn more and to see if it’s a good fit for you!

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But, there are still plenty of options to choose from. For starters, certain industries have more overnight opportunities than others. Plus, there’s always the option of creating your own flexible remote-friendly job.

Let’s cover the basics of overnight work before we get into the nitty gritty.

What is Considered an Overnight Remote Job?

First, let’s discuss what overnight remote jobs actually are. In the US, work schedules are split into three different shifts:

• First Shift – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Second Shift – 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
• Third Shift – 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

So, a business open 24 hours a day has three sets of workers to cover all three shifts. In this case, we’re talking about the third shift which runs from 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. As a result, it’s commonly referred to as “overnight” or the “graveyard” shift.

Types of Overnight Remote Jobs

Like all remote jobs, overnight ones are broken down into two main types:

1. Employee
2. Self-Employment

As a reminder, an employee position is like a traditional job. In other words, you work for a company. As a result, you are given specific rights like:

• Steady pay
• Benefits eligibility
• Taxes withheld from pay

However, you (as the employee) are expected to follow the company’s policies and procedures like working assigned shifts and requesting time off.

On the other hand, self-employment is working for yourself. That is you are your own boss. For example, business owners, freelancers, and independent contractors are all self-employed.

As a self-employed worker you’re responsible for:

• Finding work
• Paying estimated taxes
• Collecting payments
• Health insurance

As a result, you create your schedule and come and go as you please.

Of course, each type have their pros and cons, and you’re likely to come across both while searching for overnight remote work. So, it’s important to know the difference ahead of time. Needless to say, please know your remote work type BEFORE you start your remote job search.

Remember, knowing your “type” (besides tall, dark, and handsome or Henry Cavill) simplifies your job search and makes it easier to find work.

Which Industries Hire Overnight Remote Workers?

Next, let’s consider some remote-friendly overnight positions. But first, it’s helpful to think of industries that would hire overnight workers in the first place.

After all, not all businesses are open 24/7. However, tons of companies with online or virtual footprints are “open” any time, day or night.

Healthcare & Social Work

Medical questions pop up at any time. As a result, many insurance companies and medical centers have 24-hour hotlines patients can call to ask questions. And, thanks to telehealth, more and more users readily turn to phones and computers to solve health concerns without going to the hospital.

Tele-nurse, phone-triage, counselors, therapists, and crisis line operators are all common healthcare overnight remote jobs. Of course, a medical background or social work experience is required!

Tech Support

Many software companies have around the clock support for its users. For example, Apple provides 24/7/365 for its products and iTunes. (Check out Apple work from home jobs to learn more about working remotely for the tech giant!).

Additionally, hosting providers, internet services, online schools, and financial institutions employ overnight tech support professionals to assist website owners, students, and customers.

Help desk, service desk, and tech support representative are readily available remote positions. As a bonus, many are entry-level and provide room for advancement.

Insurance

Is there ever a good time for an accident? Of course not. However, it seems like many accidents happen at the most inopportune times like, say, overnight. As a result, insurance companies have agents available 24/7 to answer calls and help policyholders file claims. There’s also a need for all hours roadside assistance. For example, U-Haul and AAA have remote overnight dispatchers to assist stranded motorists.

Customer Service

As always, there are a lot of remote customer service jobs. And this includes overnight remote jobs too. Banks, like Discover and American Express, offer 24/7 support for card holders. As a matter of fact, there are a number of work from home American Express jobs.

Similarly, online retailers, like Amazon, and shipping companies, like FedEx, employ constant customer support teams. Additionally, work from home staffing agencies contract with corporations to provide day and night support.

When it comes to remote customer service, you never know what you’ll find. For example, there are even third-shift Customer Care Associate positions with dating apps:

Writers

The news never sleeps! In fact, news outlets follow a 24/7 coverage cycle. So, it makes sense that online publications look for writers to post breaking news no matter what time it is.

As a result, there are journalist, blogger, and content writing positions open to night-loving remote workers. Additionally, freelance writing is so flexible that assignments can be completed day or night!

Hospitality

Likewise, the hospitality industry operates nonstop. As such, hotels and airlines use remote agents to answer guest questions and make reservations. Plus, large agencies have travel agents on staff 24/7 to make travel arrangements.

Needless to say, overnight remote jobs in hospitality include Travel Agent, Reservations, Ticketing, and Travel Consultant.

Community Engagement, Social Media, & Moderation

Lastly, there’s the nonstop world of social media to consider. In fact, many companies use social media as a means of support and customer service. A recent survey of US consumers found 80% turned to a brand’s social media for support.

Accordingly, brands rely on community managers and moderators to respond to social mentions at any given time. As a matter of fact, ModSquad is in the business of hiring overnight remote jobs in social media moderation!

Remote Overnight Jobs: Create Your Own

Companies aren’t always hiring remote overnight workers. In that case, create your own. By that I mean freelance.

What is Freelancing?

As I mentioned earlier, there are two types of remote jobs:

1. Employee
2. Self-Employment

Freelancing falls under the self-employment category. Additionally, freelancers sell services and bill for those services. For example, a client hires a freelance writer to create 500-word blog posts at $50 per post. Now, the beauty of freelancing is the ability to set a schedule that works for you.

In other words, you create your own overnight remote jobs. In fact, freelancing offers enough flexibility that work can be done at 2:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. or any time in between.

Benefits of Freelance Overnight Remote Jobs

Additional benefits of freelancing include:

Unlimited earning potential – Pay rates are not set in stone. Therefore, freelancers aren’t stuck making a fixed amount per hour or annual salary. As a result, freelancers earn more per hour than 70% of traditional (employee) workers in the US.

Greater satisfaction – A study by IBM determined freelancers are generally happier and more engaged than employees! And, not to state the obvious, but I’m all about finding work from home happiness around these parts.

Accessibility – Freelancing offers an opportunity for individuals limited by personal circumstances, i.e., health, the ability to work. For example, workers living with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, or disabilities often find it difficult to work outside the home or maintain a traditional schedule. Fortunately, freelance jobs allow work to happen at odd hours or different locations like a hospital or health center.

Freelance Resources for Beginners

I previously mentioned how flexible freelancing. As a result, freelancing lends itself well to working any time and anywhere, including overnight and remotely. However, I always want to be super transparent about the difficulties freelancers face. Although freelancers are higher paid, generally happier, and enjoy flexibility – it takes a lot of work to get there.

Back in the day, I quit my well-paying corporate job to freelance full time. At the time, I had no professional writing experience or any clue how to properly manage myself as a business of one.

Unfortunately, I learned the ins and outs of freelancing the hard way. My first year was rough. At times, I was ready to throw in the towel and crawl back to my cubicle begging for mercy and a paycheck.

But, I kept myself afloat with remote jobs hiring immediately and eventually learned enough about freelancing to make it on my own.

So, please learn from my experience and educate yourself about freelancing before you jump in. Or, better yet, invest in freelance training that teaches you a freelance skill AND how to run a successful freelance business – win, win.

TranscribeAnywhere

TranscribeAnywhere teaches aspiring typists how to start their own freelance transcription biz. First, students pass a series of transcription lessons. Then they’re prepared for the reality of freelancing full time. As a matter of fact, get a glimpse into the world of remote transcribing by signing up for the Free Seven-Lesson Mini Course.

ProofreadAnywhere

Another program built with freelancers in mind is ProofreadAnywhere. To start, students learn the ins and outs of proofreading professionally. From there, lessons teach business building skills like finding clients and tackling finances.

Sit on on a free 76-minute proofreading workshop to discover what makes a good proofreader and how to attract your ideal clients!

Bookkeepers

Admittedly, I’m not the best with numbers and that’s exactly why I’m not a bookkeeper. However, bookkeeping may just be right up your alley. To find out, take a free three-part training series to learn about building a bookkeeping business. Hurry! Seats are limited:

Virtual Assistant

Similarly, tackling to-do lists isn’t my forte. Thankfully, Virtual Assistants (VAs) exist! VAs help professionals manage day-to-day happenings. For example, clearing inboxes, reservations, customer service, social media, and more. Needless to say, it’s a big business in the world of freelancing. And you can get it on it too by learning how to become a VA.

Edit Republic

My friend, Phon, is a self-employed editor (and nice human being). Her career first started as a professional romance novel reader. Then she launched her own freelance proofreading and copyediting business. Now she teaches others how to turn their love of reading into an online editorial business. Sign up for the free masterclass for the 4-step framework needed to start a freelance editorial biz of your own.

SmartBlogger

As I previously mentioned, writing lends itself well to overnight remote jobs. In fact, I’ve written at odd hours for the better part of a decade as a self-employed blogger. However, it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing to get to that point. So, I highly recommend joining the Paid to Write Club. The program provides the support you need (and wish I had at the time!) to get your first paying freelance writing client.

Where Can I Search for Overnight Remote Jobs?

Finally, let’s quickly talk about places to search for overnight remote jobs on your own. But, first, let’s recap what we’ve learned so far…

1. Some industries have more overnight remote jobs than others
2. Freelancing is flexible enough that you can create your own overnight remote job
3. You should always determine your remote work type BEFORE you start a job search

Got it? Good!

Now, here are places you can look for remote overnight jobs on your own.

Remote Job Boards

Previously, I’ve written a lot about remote job boards. Please check out Top 10 Remote Job Boards for Thousands of Real Leads. This list will keep you plenty busy no matter your remote work type.

However, there are two standouts I highly recommend: FlexJobs and SolidGigs. Both sites are paid membership sites. For the most part, these two sites have greater quality leads than others and thus save time for job seekers.

FlexJobs

First is FlexJobs. This is a membership site but it’s well worth the monthly fee. To start, FlexJobs hand screens every single listing (and there are a lot of them). It’s guaranteed that all posted positions are 100% legit. In other words, you don’t have to worry about scams. Plus, there are both employee and self-employment job leads here. So, no matter your remote work type, there are plenty of leads!

SolidGigs

Next up is SolidGigs. This is a job leads website specifically built for freelancers. As I said before, it takes a lot of work to get started and stay afloat as a freelancer. After all, you have to find clients and spend countless hours looking for leads. That’s where SolidGigs comes in. They take care of lead generation by providing a roundup of high-quality freelance gigs in your inbox every single day. Now you can focus on producing great work and less time scouring job boards.

How Can I Help You Find Remote Overnight Jobs?

Lastly, how can I help? It’s never easy to look for a new job. Please feel free to reach out to me and introduce yourself. I’m always happy to help point you in the right direction.

You’ve got this!

Happily,

Ashlee

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