Qualifications to get a remote work from home job vary widely. Some large traditional companies now offer work-from-home remote options for employees, and many online and tech startup companies also offer remote, home-based work when an employee cannot relocate to a city. If you do virtual work in proofreading, translation, or freelance journalism, you may need to be able to travel for work frequently and translate another language into English. If you develop websites or apps, you need a bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related subject. Strong time management skills and good verbal and written communication are important regardless of the position.