Most people hear “phone jobs from home” and instantly imagine stressful customer complaints or aggressive sales calls.
But here’s something many people don’t realize…
There’s actually a quieter corner of remote work where the phone is used for something completely different — listening, learning, and gathering insights.
These roles are called telephone interview or survey jobs, and they’re becoming a popular side hustle for people who want flexible remote work without the pressure of selling anything.
Instead of convincing people to buy something, your role is simple:
✔ Ask questions
✔ Record answers
✔ Help companies, universities, and researchers understand real opinions
In many cases, you’re contributing to market research, health studies, social research, and customer experience insights.
No scripts designed to pressure people.
No selling.
Just conversation and data collection.
Here are 7 legitimate companies that regularly hire remote telephone interviewers.
•G1 Survey Research
This is a work-from-home telephone survey job with G1 Survey Research. You make outbound calls and ask people opinion-based questions for research studies. There is no sales, no telemarketing, and no customer service involved, you just follow a script and record answers.
The job is remote and flexible, so you can work from anywhere with a computer, headset, and internet connection. It is probably one of the most flexible options listed here. Pay is typically hourly with possible bonuses, but hours can vary depending on available survey projects.
This role is best for extra or supplemental income, since work is project-based and not always consistent. It’s a good fit if you’re comfortable on the phone and want low-stress remote work.
•Penn-State
This is a part-time survey interviewer job with Penn State’s Survey Research Center. May be the most ideal option on this list for beginners. You make phone calls to people in Pennsylvania and ask them questions for a health research study. You read from a script and type in answers. There is no selling and no customer service.
The job is mostly evenings and weekends, and you must be available on weekends. You only need to work about 8–10 hours per week, and paid training is provided. Depending on your location, the job may be remote or in person.
No prior call center or research experience is required. You just need to be reliable, comfortable talking on the phone, and able to use a computer. This is a good option if you want flexible, part-time work or are interested in helping with real research projects.
•Advanis
This is a work-from-home telephone survey job with Advanis for people in Canada. You make outbound calls and ask people questions for research surveys on different topics. There is no selling, marketing, or solicitation involved, you are just collecting information and recording answers.
The job is part-time and usually requires working evenings and weekends. Training is fully paid, and scheduling is flexible. You are paid an hourly wage, with chances to earn bonuses based on performance. This role is meant for extra income rather than full-time work.
You must speak English clearly and have basic computer skills. You’ll also need a computer, phone, headset, high-speed internet, and a quiet place to work. Bilingual skills are a plus but not required.
•Dynata
This is a part-time, temporary work-from-home job with Dynata doing phone surveys. You make outbound calls to people and ask them questions on topics like opinions, politics, or customer satisfaction. You simply read the questions and type in their answers. There is no sales, no collections, and no convincing people to buy anything.
The job pays $13 per hour and includes paid training. You must be able to work evening hours on weekdays and at least one weekend shift each week. Shifts are a minimum of four hours, with about 20 hours per week required. This job is meant for extra or short-term income, not full-time work.
You must live in certain U.S. states and have your own computer, headset, webcam, and a quiet place to work. Basic typing and computer skills are needed, but no special experience is required. If you’re comfortable talking on the phone and following a script, this is a straightforward work-from-home survey job.
•Yardi-Matrix
This job is a temporary phone-based survey role with Yardi Matrix. You call apartment communities and ask simple questions about rent prices, rent specials, and availability. You pretend to be a potential renter so the information stays accurate. There is no selling involved.
You need a computer, high-speed internet, and a phone with long-distance calling. Calls must be made during business hours (9 AM–6 PM in the local time zone), and there are weekly survey quotas to meet. The job requires being polite, clear on the phone, and paying attention to details.
Pay is $6 per hour plus extra pay per survey, depending on the outcome of the call, so this is probably only good for extra money considering the low pay. You are guaranteed at least minimum wage for your state, but you can earn more if you work quickly. This role is open to U.S. residents only. They hire seasonally three times per year.
•60 Decibels
This is a remote survey enumerator job with 60 Decibels. You make phone calls to people and ask survey questions to collect information about programs, services, or experiences. You follow a script and record answers, and there is no sales or customer service involved.
The work is done remotely and is usually project-based or contract work. Schedules can vary depending on the project, and some roles may require you to meet daily or weekly survey targets. Training and guidance are provided so you know how to conduct the surveys correctly.
This role is open to people in many countries and is a good fit if you’re comfortable on the phone, detail-oriented, and reliable. It’s often best for flexible or supplemental income, especially if you like research or data collection work.
•Service 800
This is a work-from-home customer interview job with Service 800. You call customers who recently had a service experience and ask them questions about it. You are not selling anything and you are not doing collections, you are just gathering feedback and recording answers.
This job requires previous customer service experience, basic computer skills, and strong phone skills. You must be able to work 20–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during regular business hours. Service 800 only hires workers in certain U.S. states, including Florida, Georgia, Texas, Iowa, Minnesota, and a few others.
Pay is hourly and includes taxes, with benefits like healthcare and a 401(k), which is uncommon for remote phone jobs. You need your own computer, a wired internet connection, and a quiet place to work. Background checks and skills testing are required before hiring.
It may be one of the better options listed for stability since you have employee status, set hours, and hourly pay along with benefits.
🌱 Why People Are Turning to These Jobs?
Telephone interview work appeals to many people because it offers something traditional jobs often don’t:
✔ Flexible schedules
✔ Remote work from home
✔ Low-stress tasks
✔ The chance to contribute to real research
Most of the time, you only need:
• A reliable internet connection
• A computer or laptop
• A headset
• A quiet workspace
• Clear communication skills
That’s it.
🌍 Final Thoughts
As more companies rely on data and real human feedback, the demand for survey research is quietly growing.
And for many people, these roles become a simple side hustle they can do from home without complicated skills or sales pressure.
It may not replace a full-time career overnight — but for the right person, it can be a steady stream of extra income from your laptop and a headset.
Sometimes the most overlooked remote jobs are the ones hiding in plain sight. 📞
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