One of the most common questions I get from readers and subscribers is, “How can I work at home as an internet researcher?” Makes sense! A lot of us are master Googlers and consider ourselves pretty good at research.
I’ve actually written a more in-depth blog post about online research jobs here that includes links to companies with recently open or currently open jobs, but here I wanted to share five companies to keep in mind for research work you can do from home.
The research jobs below vary a lot in terms of what they require. Some companies offer short freelance tasks, while others have project-based research or virtual assistant work.
You’ll need strong attention to detail, and some opportunities require tests, training, or previous experience.
What all of these jobs have in common is that they involve research in some form.
5 Companies to Check for Work at Home Research Jobs
1 – Alignerr
Alignerr offers freelance work researching topics and checking facts in AI-generated content. You may look up reliable sources, compare information, flag errors, and document what you find.
Some Research Analyst jobs do not require a specific academic background or previous professional research experience. You’ll still need strong research and writing skills. Applying involves a résumé, identity verification, and screening that may include an interview or assessment. Eligibility varies by project and location.
Pay depends on the project, and passing the screening does not guarantee work. Some projects pay only for tasks accepted after review, so the payment terms are something to look over carefully before you begin.
Some contributors have reported payment disputes and long waits for work. These are worker reports, but they are a reason to be cautious and avoid counting on this for steady income.
Go here to see Alignerr’s opportunities and look for Research Analyst or other jobs that involve researching and verifying information.
2 – Clickworker
Clickworker offers small web research tasks, such as finding business addresses and updating information. You can choose from the projects available to you.
Its web research page says you don’t need a particular qualification. Projects may require training and test tasks before you can work on them. Registration is available in many countries, including the U.S., but can close in places where there isn’t enough work.
Pay is per task, with the amount shown before you begin. Work can be limited, so this is best viewed as extra money rather than a regular paycheck.
Go here to read about Clickworker’s web research work and register, or read my Clickworker review for more details.
3 – TELUS Digital
TELUS Digital’s AI Community offers work that uses online research skills. Depending on the project, you may review search results, check information, or rate webpages for accuracy and usefulness.
Some evaluator jobs do not require previous professional experience, but qualification tests must be passed. You’ll also need the required computer and internet setup and must meet the project’s language and residency rules. Opportunities are listed by country, including the U.S.
Pay and hours depend on the project, and some work is paid by the task. Available work can vary. Also, certain content-evaluation projects may involve offensive or upsetting material, so that’s something to be aware of when reading the job description.
Go here to see TELUS Digital’s AI Community opportunities and look for research, search evaluation, or online data jobs in your country.
4 – OneForma
OneForma offers remote projects that involve researching search queries and checking information used in maps and search results. Tasks can include checking business details, spotting outdated listings, and deciding whether a result answers what someone searched for.
Its map projects do not require mapping or technical experience, but local knowledge matters. Map and local-search projects generally require five years of residence in an eligible country, language skills, a computer, reliable internet, and qualifying tests or training. Opportunities include the U.S. and selected other countries.
Pay and available work vary by project and country. Exact map-project rates are shared during onboarding, and the required weekly hours also depend on the project. Passing the tests does not guarantee steady work.
Go here to see OneForma’s projects and look for Local Maps Search Evaluator or Local Search Quality Evaluator opportunities.
5 – Fancy Hands
Fancy Hands hires U.S.-based virtual assistants to help clients with everyday tasks. Research can include comparing prices, finding hotels that meet certain requirements, or looking up information about products and businesses.
There is other work involved, too. Assistants also make phone calls, schedule appointments, and do data entry, so this isn’t something where you’ll only be doing research.
You’ll need strong written communication skills, a computer, reliable internet, and the ability to use common websites and software. Its hiring process includes interviews and tests, and you can set your own hours.
The company advertises starting pay of $3–$7 per task, not per hour, with payments every other Tuesday. This is low-paying work, especially when a task takes longer than expected.
For most people, it should be considered extra cash rather than dependable income.
Go here to read Fancy Hands’ application information, or read about my experience working for Fancy Hands.
6 – BONUS – Want to Find Additional Remote Research Jobs?
If you’re looking for flexible research roles you can do from home, FlexJobs is a fantastic place to start.
They regularly post listings for part-time and full-time research jobs in areas like market research, user experience, data analysis, and more. Many of these roles pay well and come from trusted companies.
One thing I love about FlexJobs is that they guarantee every listing is scam-free. They post hundreds of new remote and flexible jobs five days a week, and you won’t deal with any ads while browsing.
To access the listings, there is a small fee — just $2.95 for 14 days of full access. If you’re not impressed, you can cancel anytime during the trial and won’t be billed again.
Good luck to you!
Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 15 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.