How to Find Online Typing Jobs

Online typing jobs require a computer and Internet connection.

Estimates indicate more than 12 million Americans telecommuted in 2006, according to Telecommute Connecticut. Additionally, the number of employers who allowed workers to telecommute increased 63 percent in two years, reports a WorkatHome survey. Several industries offer telecommuting positions. Furthermore, traditional employers may designate "distance" jobs. Trade magazines, niche job boards and traditional job advertisements offer information about online opportunities. To find online typing jobs, using several resources expands your search.

Instructions

1. Review trade magazines. Professional organizations publish trade magazines to target a specific industry. If you are interested in writing online, review Writer's Digest, Scriptologist or Working Writer. Look for online typing advertisements in your industry of interest.

2. Contact industry-related associations. Associations provide guidance, training and employment services to members. Contact an industry-related association to find out about the telecommuting job market. Additionally, request a directory of members and begin networking to expand your search.

3. Locate niche job boards. Niche job boards provide listings for a specific market. For example, The Ladders lists jobs for positions that pay $100,000 or more annually. Research your target market to locate industry job boards. Review the listings for keywords like "telecommute" or "work from home."

4. Join a freelance community. Elance, Guru and oDesk offer systems for freelance typists. Join a freelance community, create a profile and research administrative and data entry projects. Create a standard proposal and tailor it for each project. Submit your proposal for suitable opportunities.

5. Contact traditional employers that offer telecommuting positions. Many employers designate "telecommuting" positions. Conduct a traditional job search to locate distance job opportunities.

6. Review classified advertisements. Review job listings in your local newspaper or contact your local one-stop career center. Look for administrative or data entry positions that specify "work from home" or "telecommute."

References

• Telecommute Connecticut: Telecommuting Fact Sheet

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• 2WorkAtHome: Telecommute Friendly Companies
• List of Trade Magazines
• Elance
• oDesk
• Guru