In today’s post, we’re listing ten of the top Fortune 500 work from home companies. So if you’re looking for a job with a known company that also happens to be work from home, look no further.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my multi-year writing career, it’s that for clients, in particular for my resume and job materials clients, the grass is almost always greener on the other side. But for many, leaving the corporate world and diving headfirst into that freelance life is intimidating, and those feelings of intimidation and fear can happen on the flip side as well.
If you’ve been a freelancer or remote worker for a long time, going into the corporate world can be a bit unknown and the 9 to 5 lifestyle may not be the best fit for you.
Money is always an issue too. Sometimes corporate folks will want to go freelance because they think they can make more money that way. Freelance workers will want to go corporate because they’re tired of hustling and they crave a steady paycheck.
See what I mean when I say that the grass is always greener? It always is.
I think deep down, people always know what’s right for them when it comes to their own happiness and security. And that may look like a combination of a steady corporate job and the freedom to work from home while securing the bag.
Amazon
Remote Roles Available: Solutions Architect, Fulfillment and Management Operations, Software Development, Customer Service, Account Management
Where to Find Jobs: The main hiring page is here
Salary: Varies by job
Amazon is, of course, one of the biggest companies in the world, so it makes sense that they would need to outsource their tasks to remote workers. With this Fortune 500 company, you can apply for a variety of remote jobs, including Solutions Architect, Fulfillment and Management Operator, and Software Developer. The jobs seem technical, but there are other options too, like working as an Account Manager or Customer Service Associate.
We have a blog post with a list of many ways to work from home for Amazon if you want more options.
Apple
Remote Roles Available: At Home Advisor
Where to Find Jobs: The main hiring page is located here or you can sometimes find their openings listed at Flexjobs.
Salary: Anywhere from $11 to $25 per hour according to Glassdoor, or between $25,000 to $98,000 annually according to ZipRecruiter
I have actually known people who work in these remote roles for Apple, and I have heard nothing but good things. Apple apparently takes very good care of their people. One such friend has some health problems, and it seems that they’re also very understanding and supportive.
You can start out as an At Home Advisor and perhaps work your way up to an At Home Team Manager or At Home Area Manager.
You’ll be the customer’s first point of contact and provide customer support, troubleshooting, and technical support advice.
According to Glassdoor, At Home Advisors generally make between $11 to $25 per hour, but according to ZipRecruiter, you could make up to $98,000 per year.
American Express
Remote Roles Available: Collections Specialist, Customer Care Professional, Virtual Travel Consultant
Where to Find Jobs: Go here to see when this company is hiring
Salary: According to Glassdoor, anywhere from $17 to $23 per hour
Ever wanted to work for a fancy top creditor? Now’s your chance with American Express work from home opportunities. While a job as a Collections Specialist may not seem glamorous, it can pay the bills.
You’ll have to have tough skin to work in customer service, let alone collections. This job role is not for the faint of heart for sure.
CVS Health
Remote Roles Available: Customer Service Representative, Claims Processor, Case Manager, Member Advocate
Where to Find Jobs: Go here to check for work at home jobs at CVS
Salary: Varies by job role
CVS Health offers a wide range of remote job options that are not all technical. You can find roles in pharmacy support, customer service, case management, and more.
Most roles will require some training or experience, but they don’t always require a four year degree. The good news is, for the jobs requiring a bit more skill, the pay usually reflects it.
Dell
Remote Roles Available: Campaign Planner, Account Manager, Penetration Tester, Software Engineer
Where to Find Jobs: Go here to check for openings
Salary: Varies by job role
Dell is another tech company with a strong commitment to flexible and remote work. Their remote job listings often fall under sales, account management, and technology.
Be sure to read each listing carefully because the requirements vary a lot. But for the right candidate, these jobs can be a great long-term fit.
Progressive
Remote Roles Available: Claims Adjuster, Customer Service Rep, Underwriter, Legal Assistant
Where to Find Jobs: Go here and search for remote jobs
Salary: Typically ranges from $18 to $30 per hour depending on the role
Progressive has become a big name in remote work over the past few years. They frequently hire for entry level roles like customer service reps and claims adjusters that do not require a bachelor’s degree.
These roles come with benefits, equipment, and paid training. For people with some office or call center experience, this is one of the more accessible Fortune 500 companies to apply with.
Humana
Remote Roles Available: Member Support Specialist, Medical Coding, Utilization Review, Data Entry
Where to Find Jobs: Go here to view open roles
Salary: Around $17 to $35 per hour depending on the department
Humana is a large health insurance provider that regularly posts remote jobs in a range of departments.
Some of their jobs are medical and technical, but others like Member Support and administrative roles are more entry level and don’t require a bachelor’s degree.
They’ve ranked highly for remote work culture and employee satisfaction.
Ford Motor Company
Remote Roles Available: Customer Experience Rep, Technical Support Agent, Connected Services Specialist
Where to Find Jobs: Go here and filter for remote jobs
Salary: Pay varies widely but generally starts around $20 per hour
Ford has made a big push toward flexible work over the past few years. While not every department is fully remote, they do offer at home positions in IT support, customer operations, and connected services.
Some call center roles require minimal experience and are a great option for entry-level remote work.
Wayfair
Remote Roles Available: Customer Service Consultant (Bilingual English/German), Order Support Specialist
Where to Find Jobs: Go here to check for openings
Salary: Approximately $16 per hour
Wayfair often posts customer service jobs that are remote and come with full benefits. While the hourly wage may be on the lower end for bilingual support, these are legitimate jobs with real companies.
You may have to work weekends and holidays, but for steady remote work with room for advancement, it’s worth considering.
Travelers
Remote Roles Available: Claims Specialist, Customer Service Rep, Risk Control Consultant
Where to Find Jobs: Go here and select remote from the location filter
Salary: Varies by role but typically starts around $50K annually
Travelers Insurance is another well-known name that offers solid remote opportunities in customer service and claims processing. They also hire consultants and specialists with industry experience.
Travelers has a good reputation for employee support and remote onboarding, making it a strong option for people who want long-term corporate jobs they can do from home.
Looking For Even More Legit Remote Jobs?
FlexJobs is one of my favorite sites to use for finding remote jobs and learning about new companies that hire remotely.
Most of what I see there when I check the listings pays well above minimum wage and are known companies.
The great thing about FlexJobs is that they guarantee all listings are scam free. They list hundreds of jobs, all of which are either remote or flexible in nature, five days per week.
There are also no ads on the site.
Because there are no ads, they do charge a membership fee since that is the only way they can see a return on their job-searching efforts.
But it’s cheap. You can get access for a few weeks for just $2.95 for 14 full days.
If you sign up and don’t like it, it’s very easy to cancel right away so you are not billed again. You can do it any point during your 14 days of checking things out.
Good luck to you!
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Anna Jones is a bicoastal writer, editor, and producer currently living in Atlanta, GA. She is the proud owner of Girl.Copy, a freelance copywriting and editing business that specializes in creating stellar content in the fashion, technology, marketing, and design sectors. She has a husband, human baby, and fur baby that are her favorite parts of any day. She enjoys traveling, reading, and a nice cold Diet Coke while taking an uninterrupted shower. If you want to internet stalk her or make a business inquiry, check out her website at: www.girlcopy.org.
