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If you’re ready to find a new work-at-home job, you’re in exactly the right place. There’s a rumor going around that job hiring across the board slows down during the summer — and maybe this is true on a broad national level, but right now is a GREAT time to find work from home positions.
Some of these companies you’ve heard of and some may be new to you. Many are nationally recognized names with stores and TV commercials and everything else — which should give you the confidence that you’re working for a “real company” even if you’re new to working from home.
That said, plenty of lesser-known companies, including the ones on this list, are perfectly legitimate and have just as good an opportunity as the bigger names. Don’t let unfamiliarity get in the way of finding the perfect work-at-home job for you! These are some GREAT online jobs that are hiring right now:
American Express
American Express is a fabulous employer for at-home workers, and I’ve shared their job opportunities before. If you’re able to meet their standards and enjoy the work, you’ll probably love the chance to become one of their Virtual Customer Care Professionals.
They do not currently hire in Alaska, California and Hawaii.
Warby Parker
Have you ever heard of Warby Parker? Fans of this company absolutely rave about them! It’s an online shop that was founded in 2010 for eyeglasses, with a built-in program for trying on your new glasses at home.
Right now, Warby Parker is looking for someone to work in a customer service role part-time. You’ll be working with customers over email and phone. Basic responsibilities include responding to inquiries about the order process, styling advice, and help with order completion.
The job is for a minimum of 20-29 hours per week, with shift times starting as early as 8:00 am, and as late as 9:00 pm. Evenings, weekends and holidays are required.
You must reside in the greater Nashville area and training will be onsite. You must have a high-speed internet connection and access to your router to qualify. A laptop and necessary equipment will be provided to you!
While working with Warby Parker, you will be provided with health, vision and dental insurance, flexible vacation time, cell phone plan reimbursement, parental leave, retirement savings plan with company match, and free eyewear!
Concentrix
Concentrix has been employing remote call center staff since 2007. They recently acquired Convergys expanding their client base even further.
They are always hiring full and part-time customer service and sales representatives to work virtually. If you are interested in positions that offer paid training, career paths and advancement opportunities, monthly performance incentives and health insurance, give Concentrix a shot!
Liveops
For a variety of work-from-home opportunities that fit your unique skills and lifestyle, check out Liveops. They have roles such as Technical Support, Customer Service, Food Order Taking, Healthcare, Inbound Sales, Insurance Claims, and Roadside Assistance.
One great thing about Liveops is that you can apply to specific client openings. And their job board lets you know upfront about any weekly hours requirements in addition to their peak time needs.
VIPKID
Change lives, teach when and where you want, and get paid! Up to $22 per hour! How is that for a work-from-home gig?
VIPKID pairs English speaking tutors with Chinese students ranging in age from 4 to 12. You will need a bachelor’s degree though it can be in any subject.
This is a booming industry with a lot of happy online tutors. Read more about it here.
NexRep
Want to work remotely for call center offering flexible hours for a variety of positions? Check out NexRep. They advertise themselves as a high-quality, onshore, at-home contact center based in the United States.
Representatives report flexible hours, a positive culture and work-life balance, and a quick hiring process. The openings are updated regularly. Check out their blog for a rundown of new opportunities.
Scribendi
Does working for an established, hand-picked, elite editorial team appeal to you? Scribendi has been around providing quality, accuracy, opportunity and technology since 1997.
Freelancers report a rigorous hiring process with high standards for entry and quality, but high compensation and supportive forum. A university degree and at least three years’ experience required.
Boldly
Leave behind the daily commute and join Boldly (formerly known as Worldwide 101)! As a 100% remote company, they believe that your best work is done on your time, and in your own environment. The company has been on FlexJobs’ Top 100 list for two years running.
They are currently recruiting W2 employees in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington in the United States, as well as Canada, and Europe.
Enjoy great clients, rewarding work, and the flexibility of working virtually within a variety of open roles in the virtual assistant industry, including Executive Assistant, Social Media Specialist, Paralegal and Project Manager. Seven years of experience is required.
Appen
Are you interested in a remote position with a lot of flexibility? Appen is hiring for a variety of unique roles in 2019, including Internet Analysts, Social Media Evaluators, Transcribers, Linguists, and Micro Tasks. They have over 500 employees worldwide and over 1 million contractors.
These positions are typically project-based with a designated end date, but many members of my community have been with them for years and really enjoy the work.
Lionbridge
Lionbridge Business Process Crowdsourcing is a global enablement service leveraging crowdsourcing to increase productivity, maximize workforce elasticity and reduce workforce costs to their clients.
They are frequently hiring online evaluators, raters, reviewers and assessors. Occasionally, there may be a position that requires a smartphone only.
Each project has a daily or weekly hours commitment though you can work whenever and wherever you want. These gigs are a fan favorite among my community.
U-Haul
The American moving equipment and storage rental company, U-Haul, has been in operation since 1945. They are frequently hiring for remote, work from home positions.
Opportunities include reservations, customer support and sales, roadside assistance and more. Depending on the season and demand, positions may be available to moonlighters or full-time agents.
Take advantage of the opportunity to work for a long-standing company with a proven track record and apply now!
Working Solutions
Working solutions was established in 1996 to provide quality work from home opportunities for independent contractors. They partner with different industries offering them the services of experienced professionals.
For a virtual position, with a salary ranging from $9 to $30 per hour, and hours varying from 15 to 40 per week, consider Working Solutions. They are currently hiring, so you’ll want to make your move.
Become a part of the woohoo crew by completing an application and online assessment test. If accepted, you will receive a link to an orientation video and then be assigned to a project.
Sitel
For unique work from home positions with tremendous benefits, look into the Sitel Group. They are an integrated services group that provides excellent customer services experiences to their clients.
They are currently hiring, and provide paid training, medical and dental benefits, a 401(k), vacation and holiday pay, hourly based pay with incentives, full and part-time shifts, and employee discounts. What sets them apart from their competitors is that they hire employees, not independent contractors.
At the time of publishing this post, they are hiring in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois (except Chicago), Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico (Except Santa Fe), North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Client opportunities change frequently. Explore their open positions today!
Direct Interactions
Direct Interactions is an outsourced call center solutions provider in the United States. They hire independent contractors as opposed to employees.
These positions are primarily part-time paying $10 to $12 per hour. They do not currently hire in HI, MA, MI, NJ, NY, PA, or Washington D.C.
Alorica
Enjoy a world of passion, performance and possibilities in your pajamas! As an Alorica team member, you are able to have the flexibility to work from home, while being provided with the tools and resources to deliver great customer service.
Alorica offers plenty of opportunities for work-at-home customer service careers. You will need a POTS line (plain, old telephone service) in addition to wired internet service.
Training is paid. They are currently hiring for a full-time position that begins training on June 24, 2019.
Rev
Rev is a startup business in San Francisco and Austin, that specializes in transcription and captioning services at great price and with a fast turnaround.
Rev is always looking for high-quality transcriptionists. The pay isn’t the best, but they do accept transcriptionists without experience provided you can pass the transcription test. As your skills are honed, there is an opportunity for other positions and better pay.
Enterprise
Enterprise Holdings is the parent company of the multi-billion-dollar brands Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo Rent a Car and National Car Rental. They are currently offering work from home positions that pay between $12 and $16 an hour.
Contractors report a smooth hiring process, full-time benefits, consistent work, and bonuses based upon performance. That’s a steal for remote work!
Language Line
Would you like to work for the best video interpreting app on the market? Become a part of the world’s largest employer of professional interpreters with Language Line. They have more than 36 years of experience providing language services for more than 28,000 clients worldwide.
Language Line Interpreters make approximately $15 per hour. Visit the career page on their website, and choose your language to get started.
Modsquad
Modsquad has been around since 2007 and currently has over 10,000 Mods worldwide. These agents help monitor, or moderate, online communities.
At the time of publishing this post, Modsquad is need of contractors who are bilingual: Chinese/English, Japanese/English or Korean/English. If you don’t fit that bill, check back often.
The hours are flexible, and pay is competitive for work from home positions. Benefits are not currently offered.
Originally published June 2017. Updated May 2019.
