A recent generational survey conducted by FlexJobs found that 40% of Gen Zers value their ability to work from home, with 80% saying that it makes them more productive than working in an office. This raises the question if Gen Zers, who are just starting their jobs, can also get remote or hybrid work arrangements, or are those options only open to Millennials and other more experienced workers?
Top Entry Level Remote Jobs for Gen Z Graduates
Gen Z people are surprisingly lucky because there are a lot of jobs they can do from home. FlexJobs looked at entry-level remote job postings from January to mid-April 2024 and found the 10 most-wanted jobs for recent graduates. Here are some of the highlighted career paths:
Customer Service Representative
Empathy, emotional intelligence, and good conversation skills are important for jobs in customer service or support. It is important to be perceptive, understand nuances, and anticipate needs. Customer service is an important part of many industries, so there are many job opportunities in many fields. Being a freelance virtual assistant is another thing that can be done online.
Business Development Representative
Business development is an important part of making success, market expansion, and partnerships across different fields. If you excel in networking, thrive in goal-oriented environments, and are self-motivated, this role may be a perfect fit. Many employers give training on the job, and as you gain experience, you could be able to move up in your career and make more money through commissions.
Accountant
A report from the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics says that the accounting and finance industry keeps growing year after year. If you have a degree in finance, you can look for accounting jobs that you can do from home or get training in accounting. This field also offers an opportunity to make extra money on the side or switch to working full-time.
Recruiter
Recruitment requires meeting high targets, effectively communicating, and handling sensitive information with stakeholders. These groups include candidates, hiring managers, management teams, and human resources offices. If you thrive in a people-oriented environment, this role may be ideal for you.
Administrative Assistant
If you have exceptional organizational skills and excel in time management, you may find the role of an administrative assistant fulfilling. While technology has improved and can now automate tasks, some businesses still prefer to hire human administrative support for many reasons. You can start your job as a freelancer or within a company.
For the above roles, there is high demand for:
- Spanish Bilingual Interpreters
- Territory Account Executives
- Sales Representatives
- Software Engineers
- Data Analysts
If you are a recent or soon-to-be graduate, you should look over these roles to see which entry-level job meets your personality and work goals the best. Patience is key throughout the process while gaining experience can position oneself for higher-paying remote opportunities in the future.
