10 Work-from-Home STEM Jobs for Teens

As you have likely heard, college admissions are increasingly competitive, and the hiring process in top companies seems to become more cut-throat by the day. So how can you stand out in the crowd and gain an advantage? Start building your resume (and your career!) NOW.

It’s never too soon to build your career! For high school students, that means getting an entry-leveljob as soon as you turn 16. But what if you don’t have a license or can’t make the commute? Or the hours are just too crazy between school, sports, and your social life?

Remote work is the answer! Gain invaluable work experience and enhance your resume from the comfort of home – get paid while in your pjs!

A remote job means that you work completely online. You communicate with your boss through email, telephone, or video calls (like Skype or Zoom), and all you need is an internet connection to get your work done. For the most part you can work whenever and wherever you want, as long as you get your work done. Sounds perfect, right?

So how do you get started? Where are these dream jobs for teens? Here are some companies offering work from home jobs for teens.

#1. Career In STEM

Here at Career In STEM we’re always looking for motivated teens interested in enhancing the STEM section of their resume! Every semester we look for part-time remote students to help us out with copywriting, programming, and business development. Most positions start at just five hours a week – the perfect way to gain experience while maintaining your busy schedule. Check out all the online internships we offer here!

#2. U-Haul

U-Haul allows for students to work customer service jobs on the phone. As long as a teen is at least 16 years of age, has a headset (even a gaming headset!), internet access, and quiet place to work, they can easily earn minimum wage! Plus U-Haul is a major corporation with many jobs in technology fields – this would be a perfect foot in the door!

#3. Swagbucks

Swagbucks is a review site that allows students to make a few dollars doing things like searching on the internet and playing games. All you need is to be at 13 years of age and have a decent internet connection. It’s a fun, quick way for students to make money online! Plus many of the companies that use Swagbucks are STEM companies – you never know where an entry-level job like this could lead!

#4. Norwex

Through the coronavirus pandemic, cleaning supplies have been in high demand! As consumers become more knowledgeable about harmful chemicals in many household products, Norwex has grown tremendously. An ecofriendly option, Independent Norwex Sales Consultants offer “beautiful products to keep homes, families and our planet safer.” Norwex consultants set their own schedule, make their own hours, and earn money through a generous commission of all products they sell. Norwex Consultants sell directly to their friends and community members through parties (online and in person), as well as one on one relationships.

#5. Fiverr

This is an online marketplace where anyone over the age of 13 can sell their creative services. Whether it’s web development, graphic design or even illustration! The amount of pay varies, and all a student needs is a PayPal account to receive payments. More than ever people are ‘freelancing’ – working for themselves doing side jobs rather than a desk job. Fiverr is a great place to earn real money working for real clients, all while building your resume, portfolio, and professional reputation.

#6. TopCoder

An awesome website for learning how to code, TopCoder helps programmers learn how to design apps and code software. Once someone begins their project through TopCoder, you’re assigned to help with things such as crowdsourcing and giving feedback on products. Good for those learning to code or with some experience already, and honing your coding skills will open up many doors in the future!

#7. GigWalk

Gigwalk is a “workforce management platform” that helps businesses finish their projects, likeTopCoder. Project managers are linked with “gigwalkers” who are physically closest to them. Anyone can look for nearby gigs on their phone and sign up for the job! It’s a good, easy way to earn some money and build experience, and STEM gigs like web development will prep you for a future STEM career!

#8. TaskRabbit

TaskRabbit turns its users into “taskers” – people who run errands and tackle odd jobs for people. From keys needing to be retrieved to moving furniture to holding someone’s spot in line, becoming a tasker is an easy way for teens to make a few bucks! Tasks like fixing computers can really help buff your STEM portfolio and resume!

#9. Freelancer.com

As the name implies, Freelancer.com lets freelance workers sell their services to people who need them. Perfect for any of you who know a bit about data entry, article writing or even web development! Not only will this feed your entrepreneurial spirit, but you’ll gain experience for many different STEM careers!

#10. UpWork

Upwork is a site that connects freelancers to customers, like Freelancer.com. You can find lots of different kinds of jobs here, from customer service work to accounting to graphic design. You’re bound to find a job on here that showcases your talents! And if you do any STEM work, that’s always a benefit for your future career!

Remote work (aka working from home) is likely the ‘new normal’, even after the coronavirus pandemic subsides. Many people are more productive from home, and remote work makes for a more flexible work life balance. The sooner you start building your time management and self direction skills the better. Good luck in your work from home job!