Thousands of work at home jobs are posted every day. And like on-site jobs, many require advanced degrees while others just accept a high school diploma. We have compiled a list of a few the best work at home jobs that do not require a college degree. All you need is a high school diploma or previous experience.
Data Entry Professional
Data entry is one of the most popular work at home jobs with a starting salary between $18,000 and $26,000 a year. It only requires a computer and minimal experience to get started. Most current jobs require some form of data entry and administrative functions which are why most candidates already have the experience necessary to apply. Although highly sought-after, data entry work is hard to find because most employers prefer locals or job seekers that live near the place of employment. The best way to get hired is to solicit local businesses with your services letting them know you are available for work. Related jobs include clerical, typing and transcription.
Customer Service Representative
Customer support specialists are the number one work at home job available with a starting salary between $21,000 and $28,000 a year. Hundreds of small and large companies are active hiring customer service representatives all year round. Customer service positions require no experience and a high school diploma or GED. If you have clear speaking voice and patience, you can qualify for most customer jobs. Customer service agents can work from anywhere and do not have location requirements, a person living in India can work for a company in the US with the right equipment and connections. Related jobs include sales, technical support and appointment setting.
Stenographer/Court Reporter
Stenographers record and type down live and taped court hearings word for word. You don’t have to be in a courtroom to work as a court reporter. Stenographers can listen to court proceeding via audio tapings and transcribe what they hear. Court reporting is similar to medical transcription with the exception being the type of information that’s transcribed. Stenographers can make up to $650 a week. It is recommended that potential candidates take test or class to hone their skills. Related jobs include transcription, typing and research.
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing agents arrange, plan, direct, and coordinate the buying of materials, products, or services for wholesalers, retailers, or organizations. The goal of a purchasing agent is to locate suppliers and to negotiate the best price without sacrificing quality for those goods and services needed by their organization. Workers usually train and gain their experience while they’re on the job. Agents can make $62,000 a year. The job is pretty straightforward and doesn’t require many skills aside from being able to assess current market trends as well as the quality, availability, reliability and price of items. Related jobs include customer service, sales and quality assurance.
Loan Officer
Loan officers process loans for prospective business, home or car buyers. The check the credit worthiness of the consumer and then extend the credit if approved. You will most likely have to take an accredited class or course to learn how to perform the job, but no advanced degrees will be necessary to get started. Full-time loan officers can make more than $4,000 a month. Related jobs include mortgage underwriters and processors.