INSIDE: Part time telecommute jobs offer a ton of flexibility. You can supplement your current income or reduce your hours with these trending jobs that you can do part time from home.
A new year often sparks the desire for new beginnings, new adventures and, often, the longing for a new job. Whether you are looking to supplement your current income or find a little something to keep you busy during retirement, remote work may provide the flexibility you need while putting a little extra money into your pocket.
There are so many legitimate work-at-home jobs available today. Never has telecommuting been more widely accessible or accepted than it has become over the past year. Many companies have found the transition to a remote team an easy one. Many members of those teams are now reaping the benefits of not having to commute, cost savings and more.
Try These Part Time Telecommute Jobs for 2021
Whether this is your first work-at-home job search or your 15th, here are 20 part-time telecommute jobs and companies offering remote work that are bound to be popular in 2021.
1. Appen
Appen has long been a popular choice for those looking for part time telecommute jobs. This company contracts people to complete small projects, or microtasks. They often have several opportunities listed on their website ranging from Search Engine Evaluation to Translation and beyond.
2. Lionbridge
Along those same lines is Lionbridge. This is another great company to consider if you are looking for project-based work. Some projects may require only one hour per day while others may offer more. They are frequently looking for ad raters, map analysts, and even game testers. If those titles sound out of your wheelhouse, don’t worry! Many of their positions are entry level.
3. Rev.com
If you are a fast typist with a great ear, another popular industry to consider is transcription. While many companies require experience, there are a few that will train beginners. Rev.com being one of them. In addition to freelance transcription positions, they also offer captioning gigs which is an industry on the rise.
4. Boldly
Boldly, which was formerly Worldwide 101, is a big name in the virtual assistant market, which makes for awesome part time telecommute jobs. They are frequently looking for remote executive assistants, legal assistants and social media managers. These positions do require experience, but the company pays well and these are employee positions that may provide an opportunity for advancement.
5. Liveops
Liveops offers remote call center positions. While these are independent contractor positions offering a flexible work schedule, most openings will require a minimum of 20 hours per week. There are location requirements, so check the website to see if they are hiring in your state. You will also need to complete a background check as part of the hiring process.
6. Robert Half International
Robert Half is Fortune 500 company and on FlexJobs’ list of Top 100 Companies to Watch for Remote Jobs. As a staffing and recruiting company, they have openings across a wide variety of industries. Recent part-time telecommute jobs included customer service insurance agent, paralegal, data entry clerk and more.
7. VIQ
If you have medical or law enforcement transcription experience, this is a company to watch for part time telecommute jobs. You can work on your own schedule with access to their portal 24/7.
8. Working Solutions
Working Solutions offers self-employed customer service positions. With this gig, you can set your own hours and have the opportunity to work on more than one client project at a time.
9. Achieve Test Prep
Achieve Test Prep provides test preparation and consulting services to college-bound students and parents. Their openings range from part-time instructors to full-time web development and customer care positions.
10. K12
K12 is another company in the remote education sector, another great part time telecommute job. They almost always have remote openings available, most often for experienced teachers and tutors. Recent part-time job openings included K-12 Music Instructors, High School Science Teacher and CTE Machine Shop Instructor.
11. TransPerfect
TransPerfect offers language and business solutions to companies worldwide. Freelancers can work 100% remotely. Recent opportunities include content reviewers, phoneticians, projects managers and more. In addition to part-time schedules, full-time positions may also be available.
12. Intuit
Often on a seasonal basis, Intuit contracts Remote Tax Preparers. Positions may be available for both credentialed and non-credentialed tax associates. Credentialed experts are provided with a company laptop with the software needed to provide customer assistance. A bonus is available to those meeting company specs and based on performance.
13. Jackson-Hewitt
If taxes are your forte, Jackson-Hewitt will likely be hiring soon as well for their work-at-home tax prep positions. Many of these positions involve tech support as opposed to tax preparation. If tax preparation is your specialty, seasonal in-store positions are available. These part time telecommute jobs may not be virtual, but they are seasonal for those looking for something temporary.
14. Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone has become a household name for those looking to learn a second language. These remote positions will be available to those bilingual. The languages sought after change frequently so check back often if yours is not currently available.
15. ModSquad
ModSquad offers a variety of business support services. As a result, their freelance team works in a range of industries from gaming to tourism. The majority of these positions involve some aspect of customer service though the method of communication may be email, chat, social media or phone.
16. ScribeAmerica
Telemedicine went mainstream in 2020. As a result, opportunities supporting this industry have become more in-demand with people looking for part time telecommute jobs. TeleScribes help relieve doctors of clerical duties like inputting medical history or treatment advice. ScribeAmerica has been a frequent hirer of TeleScribes recently.
17. Dotdash
If online content is your expertise, check out Dotdash. Dotdash is a growing online publisher covering popular topics such as health, finance, fashion, family and food. Their websites include Verywell, The Spruce, Brydie, Investopedia and more. Dotdash maintains a large pool of freelance writers, editors, and more.
18. TutorMe
TutorMe is a California-based company offering student assistance 24/7. In addition to online tutoring positions, they also recently had a call out for virtual librarians.
19. Havenly
The virtual workforce continues to grow and expand into industries beyond anyone’s imagination a decade ago. Havenly is a company we have seen quite a few openings for over the past year. This company is an interior design organization. Their part-time contractor positions include Home Stylists and Interior Designers.
20. Kelly Services
Kelly Services is another staffing agency that has been around for years. Frequently on FlexJobs’ Top 250 list for companies offering remote jobs, you will find a variety of openings available in a number of industries. While many of the positions are full-time, you will find the occasional part time telecommute jobs as well. Recently those positions have included administrative assistants, call center agents, interpreters, financial guides and beyond.
Final Thoughts About Part Time Telecommute Jobs
As you can see, there is a little something for everyone out there, even if you are seeking only a part-time position. In fact, part time telecommute jobs have become quite the norm these days. With these job opportunities, you’ll be off to a great start in your job search.
