Remote Jobs That Value
Skills Over Credentials
Your abilities matter more than your diploma. Find remote careers that hire based on what you can do, not where you studied.
of jobs don't actually require a degree
average salary for skilled roles
companies hiring without degrees
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Why Companies Are Dropping Degree Requirements
The job market is shifting. Smart employers know that skills, attitude, and potential matter more than a piece of paper.
Skills-Based Hiring
Companies like Google, Apple, and IBM have removed degree requirements for many roles. They've found that skills assessments and work samples predict job success better than diplomas.
Diverse Talent Pools
Degree requirements exclude talented people who learned through experience, bootcamps, or self-study. Forward-thinking companies want the best talent, regardless of educational background.
Proven Track Records
What you've accomplished matters more than what you studied. Previous work experience, certifications, and demonstrable skills speak louder than academic credentials.
Alternative Credentials
Industry certifications, online courses, and portfolio work now carry real weight. Platforms like Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, and HubSpot Academy offer recognized credentials.
Best Remote Jobs Without a Degree
These career paths offer strong salaries and growth potential—no diploma required.
Customer Service & Support
Help customers via chat, email, and phone. Training provided.
$32K - $55K
Entry to Senior
Sales & Business Development
SDRs, Account Executives, and Sales Managers. Commission potential.
$45K - $120K+
Base + Commission
Administrative & Virtual Assistant
Executive support, scheduling, and office coordination.
$38K - $65K
Entry to Executive
Operations & Project Management
Coordinate teams, manage processes, drive efficiency.
$50K - $85K
Coordinator to Manager
Recruiting & HR
Source candidates, conduct interviews, manage hiring pipelines.
$45K - $80K
Coordinator to Senior
Remote Jobs Hiring Now — No Degree Required
These positions don't require a college degree — they explicitly accept equivalent experience instead. Skills and attitude are what matter.
Associate Director, Complex Care Programs
Our mission: to eliminate every barrier to mental health. At Spring Health, we’re on a mission to revolutionize mental healthcare by removing every ba...
Regulatory Complaints, Associate
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Regulatory Complaints, Associate to join our Regulatory team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
Who we are About Stripe Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to th...
Associate, Workforce Planning
Maven is the world's largest virtual clinic for women and families on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven's award-winning digital p...
Payment Integrity Analyst
The Payment Integrity team is a group of innovative thinkers sitting at the intersection of Clover's provider network, claims, and technology teams. T...
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the oppo...
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the oppo...
Datadog is looking for a data-driven Associate Growth Marketing Manager to own the day-to-day execution, strategy, and optimization of our paid Meta c...
Airtable is the no-code app platform that empowers people closest to the work to accelerate their most critical business processes. More than 500,000 ...
About Remote Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for b...
Associate, Network Contracting
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Network Contracting to join our Specialist Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance company b...
Associate, Network Contracting
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Network Contracting to join our Specialist Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance company b...
Associate, Network Contracting
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Network Contracting to join our Specialist Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance company b...
Associate, Network Contracting
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Network Contracting to join our Specialist Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance company b...
Payroll Specialist Lead - Spain
About Remote Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for b...
About the Team DoorDash is looking for an analytical and entrepreneurial operator to join our US Marketplace Growth team that is responsible for accel...
About the Team The Brand and Creative Marketing team is home to some of the most culturally impactful work at DoorDash — from Super Bowl moments and c...
About Remote Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for b...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the oppo...
Our Travel and Events team oversees the corporate travel program and internal events for Datadog. The team helps to keep our employees safe, happy, a...
Software Engineer, Trust
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcome...
Delegation Oversight Associate
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegate Oversight to join our Delegation Oversight team. Oscar is the first health insurance company buil...
Delegation Oversight Associate
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegate Oversight to join our Delegation Oversight team. Oscar is the first health insurance company buil...
Delegation Oversight Associate
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegate Oversight to join our Delegation Oversight team. Oscar is the first health insurance company buil...
Delegation Oversight Associate
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegate Oversight to join our Delegation Oversight team. Oscar is the first health insurance company buil...
Associate, Delegated Vendor Management
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegated Vendor Management to join our Speciality Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance c...
Associate, Delegated Vendor Management
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegated Vendor Management to join our Speciality Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance c...
Associate, Delegated Vendor Management
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegated Vendor Management to join our Speciality Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance c...
Associate, Delegated Vendor Management
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Delegated Vendor Management to join our Speciality Contracting team. Oscar is the first health insurance c...
Provider Success Associate - Savannah, GA
The Clover Care Services organization delivers proactive support and care to our members through our clinical Clover Home Care teams, and quality impr...
Provider Incentives Program Manager
At Counterpart Health , we are transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes with our innovative primary care tool, Counterpart Assistant. By...
Position Overview The Provider Engagement Specialist is a field-based, contracted role responsible for building relationships with Primary Care Physic...
Position Overview The Provider Engagement Specialist is a field-based, contracted role responsible for building relationships with Primary Care Physic...
Position Overview The Provider Engagement Specialist is a field-based, contracted role responsible for building relationships with Primary Care Physic...
Inpatient Coder Associate, Payment Integrity
The Payment Integrity team is a group of innovative thinkers sitting at the intersection of Clover's provider Network, Claims, and Tech teams. The Pay...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
Associate Customer Success Manager
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
Capital Markets Paralegal
To support our transition to a public company, Wealthfront needs a detail-oriented Paralegal to drive operational excellence across SEC reporting, cap...
Associate, Risk/Compliance
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Risk / Compliance to join our Corporate Compliance team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built...
Associate, Risk/Compliance
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Risk / Compliance to join our Corporate Compliance team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built...
Associate, Risk/Compliance
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Risk / Compliance to join our Corporate Compliance team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built...
Associate, Risk/Compliance
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, Risk / Compliance to join our Corporate Compliance team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built...
About Faire Faire is an online wholesale marketplace built on the belief that the future is local — independent retailers around the globe are doing m...
About the Team The In-Store Revenue Operations team at DoorDash is responsible for helping drive revenue growth through effective and efficient sales ...
About Us At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers mi...
How to Land a Remote Job Without a Degree
Your roadmap to getting hired based on skills, not credentials.
Lead with Skills, Not Education
Structure your resume to highlight relevant skills and accomplishments first. Move education to the bottom or omit it entirely if you have relevant experience. Use a skills-based or functional resume format.
Get Relevant Certifications
Free or low-cost certifications add credibility: HubSpot Academy (sales, marketing), Google (analytics, ads), Salesforce Trailhead (CRM), LinkedIn Learning, Coursera. These show initiative and current knowledge.
Quantify Your Experience
Numbers speak louder than degrees. "Managed 50+ customer inquiries daily with 95% satisfaction rating" beats "Responsible for customer service." Track metrics from any job—retail, food service, freelance work.
Apply Strategically
Target companies known for skills-based hiring. Look for job postings that say "degree preferred" (not required) or don't mention education at all. Startups and remote-first companies are often more flexible.
Use Our AI Job Decoder
Paste any job posting into our AI Job Decoder to see exactly what that employer is looking for—and whether a degree is actually required or just listed as a "nice to have."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you really get a remote job without a degree?
Yes! Many remote jobs prioritize skills and experience over formal education. Customer service, sales, administrative, and operations roles frequently hire candidates without college degrees. Companies like Amazon, Apple, Shopify, and many startups actively recruit based on demonstrated abilities rather than educational credentials.
What remote jobs pay well without a degree?
Several remote careers offer strong salaries without degree requirements: Sales representatives can earn $50,000-$100,000+ with commissions. Customer success managers typically make $55,000-$85,000. Virtual assistants for executives earn $45,000-$65,000. Technical support specialists make $45,000-$70,000.
What skills do I need for remote jobs without a degree?
The most valued skills include: strong written and verbal communication, basic computer proficiency, time management and self-discipline, customer service orientation, problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with common tools like email, spreadsheets, and video conferencing. Many employers provide training for job-specific skills.
How do I compete with degree holders for remote jobs?
Focus on demonstrating relevant skills and experience. Build a portfolio of work samples if applicable. Get certifications in your field (many are free or low-cost). Highlight transferable skills from previous jobs. Write compelling cover letters that show enthusiasm and cultural fit. Many hiring managers value attitude, reliability, and practical skills over formal credentials.
What companies hire remote workers without degrees?
Major companies hiring remote workers without degree requirements include: Amazon, Apple, Shopify, Zapier, Buffer, GitLab, Automattic (WordPress), American Express, Discover, UnitedHealth Group, and many more. Startups and small businesses are often even more flexible about educational requirements.
Your Skills Are Your Credential
Stop letting a missing degree hold you back. Thousands of remote jobs are waiting for people with your abilities.