Join Virtually Essential as an independent contractor

Work from home. Choose your schedule. Build your future.

Virtually Essential partners with motivated individuals who want the flexibility of working from home while servicing well-known national brands through the Arise® Platform.

As an Independent Contractor (IC) with Virtually Essential, you’ll enjoy the freedom to select your own clients and shifts — all while having the support of a team that’s here to guide you through onboarding, training, and beyond.

Work from Home

how it works

Apply Online – Fill out our quick application here 👉 bit.ly/VEApply
Complete Your W-9 – Submit securely through Found.
Choose Your Payout Method – Instant Pay via Found (+ $20 bonus) or standard ACH.
Join Our Slack Workspace – Access your onboarding documents, guides, and support channels.
Register on the Arise® Platform – Set up your profile under Virtually Essential and select your client program.

why partner with virtually essential?

✨ 100% Remote work — your office, your rules
⏰ Flexible scheduling — you choose your hours
💳 Instant Pay option — plus a $20 Found bonus
🎓 Training & certification through Arise programs
🤝 Slack community for ongoing support

frequently asked questions:

Is this legit?
Yes ✅ Virtually Essential is an Independent Business registered with the Arise® Platform. All opportunities are 1099 contracting roles, not employment.

What does it pay?
Most client programs average $10–$16/hr, depending on your client selection.

Do I need experience?
Not required! Training and certification are provided. Reliability and professionalism are most important.