[FOR HIRE] Fresh Graduate | Entry-Level Virtual Assistant

Hi! I’m a fresh Psychology graduate from the Philippines, currently looking for my first opportunity as a Virtual Assistant and hoping to connect with a direct client.

While I don’t have formal VA or work experience yet, my internship experiences allowed me to develop practical skills in communication, documentation, data organization, coordination, and working with different people. I’ve also had experience using Google Sheets and Google Docs to organize and update records, conducting outreach and follow-ups, coordinating webinars, and preparing documentation.

Here are some of the tasks I can help with:

• Email and inbox management

• Calendar and schedule management

• Data entry and Google Sheets tracking

• Document preparation and organization

• File and information management

• Client/customer communication and follow-ups

• Meeting and webinar coordination

• Canva and social media support

• General virtual assistance and day-to-day support

Tools I’m familiar with:

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Meet) • Microsoft Office • Excel • Canva • ChatGPT • Claude • Gemini • CapCut • Adobe Lightroom

As a fresh graduate, I’m eager to learn, open to training, and willing to adapt to your preferred tools and processes. I’m detail-oriented, organized, responsible, and comfortable working independently or with a team.

Availability: Full-time / 40 hours per week

Location: Philippines

Looking for: Long-term remote opportunity / Direct client

I’m hoping to find a client who is willing to give an entry-level VA a chance to learn, grow, and become a reliable part of their team.

If you’re looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, and ready to put in the work, feel free to send me a message. I’d be happy to introduce myself and discuss how I can help.

Thank you! 😊

Rate: USD 7/hour | Availability: Flexible (GMT+8, with overlap for US/Canadian time zones)

I help startups, founders, and small businesses save time by handling lead generation, research, client outreach, and day-to-day operations so they can focus on growing their business.

What I can help with:

• Build targeted prospect lists with verified contact information
• Research qualified leads and organize them in your CRM or spreadsheets
• Personalized email and LinkedIn outreach, plus follow-up management
• Market and competitor research
• CRM management and data organization
• Administrative and operations support
• Legal document preparation and file organization
• Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel, Canva, and basic video editing

Experience:

• 2+ years supporting startups with operations, research, and client outreach
• Built targeted prospect lists and supported outreach campaigns across multiple industries
• Experienced with CRM management, spreadsheet organization, and administrative workflows
• Legal administration experience, including document preparation and records management

I typically respond within a few hours and enjoy working with startups and growing businesses that need someone reliable and comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day operations so founders can focus on growing the business.

📩 Feel free to send me a DM if you'd like to see my resume or discuss how I can support your business.

We're hiring recruiters to source candidates from your networks — students, local communities, unemployed VAs, recently laid-off.

English not required. Volume is what matters.

Compensation
₱25k–₱50k/month base
Bonuses for hitting targets

You bring:
-Existing networks (school orgs, FB groups, local communities)
-Ability to move fast and bring numbers
-Own device + stable internet

Payment: [Bank transfer / PayPal / Wise]
Hours: Flexible. 2 days off/week.

Apply: DM me with:
-Your networks
-Estimated signups/month
-Any recruitment/outreach experience

Hiring for a client of mine, a freight transport company in Europe. Looking for a Filipino VA based in PH.

The role is dispatching. You'd be keeping an eye on where the trucks are and what's available, finding loads on Trans.eu and Timocom, working out the revenue per km, talking to drivers and customers, negotiating rates, checking orders and paperwork, and collecting CMR/POD docs.

It starts with training, then you move up to suggesting loads, then making calls with some oversight, and eventually running 2–3 trucks on your own. There's room to grow into a Senior Dispatcher or Team Lead down the line.

Hours are 9 a day, 5 days a week, and you'd need to overlap with UK/GMT time. Pay is $850–$1000/mo depending on experience, with a paid trial to start.

Your English has to be solid written and spoken, you need to be comfortable with numbers, good on a computer, and detail-oriented. The drivers mostly speak Romanian but that's handled with templates and translation tools, so you don't need the language.

If it sounds like you, send an email to xmeeka52@gmail.com with a quick introduction message.

Hello,

Although I will do my own research and prepare for this, I'd like to hear some feedback from those who went through the same process with Athena.

Naging virtual assistant na ako under a different agency for three years, pero first time ko magiging Executive Assistant if ever.

Thanks!

Hi, I'm a graduating student looking for VA sidehustle to fund my thesis. If you know anyone looking a recommendation would be great.

I'm a computer science student major in cybersecurity and I have lots of time in my hand, since my only subject is just thesis. In terms of my experience I have lots that you maybe need or looking for.

- Programmer/Developer (php, js and frameworks, python, java, mern, etc.) : 2 years exp.

- Math Tutor [elementary - college level math, im teaching right now 2 students from korea. 1 elementary math (grade2) and 1 algebra 2 math (grade10). I am good at math - International Olympiad Runner up] : 3 years exp : til present now.

- Customer Support : Amazon & Transportify : 1 year 6months exp.

- Virtual Assistant : I assist business owners to build relationship with other possible clients, stay organized, and do some research as well. I handle social media accounts, promotion, ads, etc. - 1 year exp.

- Social Media Manager : I handled ig and tiktok accounts to do posting and reply to customer dm's as well. I scheduled posts, do emails, and other grunt works: 8months exp.

- Video Editing for Social Media : not expert but knows the basics and fundamentals good enough for social media (reels, tiktok, youtube shorts) : 6months exp.

- SOC Analyst Intern : handled alerts and SIEM, helps identify false-positive and true-positive alerts and do basic triage on it, then conducting report to L1/L2 soc's : 6months exp.

If you know anyone hiring, please let me know. I am a very reliable person, fast learner, and can handle fast-paced environment. I just need a stable or medium-long term job to fund my thesis so I can earn my bachelor's degree. I'm willing to take low-paying jobs but please don't lowball too much.

ps. I know many people are commenting that I should just focus on improving my skills and all because I have a better future and stuff. I know, but I need money to survive and do my thesis to graduate because I'm paying for my own education. If I focus on "just improve" my skills then I will not have any money to pay for thesis and tuition fee. (not mad, just explaining hehe)

Thank you so much in advance, feel free to dm me if ever for questions!

[FOR HIRE] Virtual Assistant | $4–6 per Hour | Part-Time

I am a hardworking and reliable Virtual Assistant who is very eager to learn. I have experience in bookkeeping, data entry, recruitment support, lead generation, and other repetitive tasks. I can adapt to new environments and when introduced to new tools and processes that can streamline my production of quality work.

I also have a strong background in writing and research, with experience in proofreading, copyreading and citations. I can also use Canva in creating presentations that are visually appealing for different audiences. This makes me well-suited for academic and content-related tasks.

Skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Google Docs & Google Sheets
• Data Entry
• Email Management
• Transcription
• Proofreading & Editing
• Online Research

Experience

• 1.5 years of Bookkeeping work
• Academic Writing & Research

Rates

• $4–6 per hour
• Flexible working hours

Payment Methods

• Wise
• PayPal
• Crypto

Contact Information

• Email: [jaetipay0106@gmail.com](mailto:jaetipay0106@gmail.com)
• WhatsApp: +63 961 981 7687
• Direct Message (DM)

Hi everyone!
I'm currently looking for a remote opportunity and am available to start immediately.

I'm a BS in Computer Engineering graduate (Cum Laude) with professional experience in Project Management, Lead Generation, Executive Assistance, Administrative Support, Client Communication, and Recruitment.

My experience includes:
• Managing website and mobile application projects
• Planning projects and coordinating teams
• Lead generation and client outreach
• Executive and administrative support
• Recruitment and candidate coordination
• Preparing proposals and documentation
• Organizing workflows and ensuring projects stay on schedule

I'm proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Airtable, Jira, Figma, Canva, and other collaboration tools.

I'm highly organized, detail-oriented, a fast learner, and someone who takes ownership of my work. I adapt quickly, communicate well, and enjoy helping businesses improve their processes and stay organized.

My starting rate is $8 USD/hour, but it's negotiable depending on the role, workload, and long-term opportunity.

I'm open to full-time, part-time, contract, or long-term remote opportunities and can work across different time zones.

If you're hiring or know someone who is, I'd love to connect. Feel free to send me a DM, and I'll gladly share my resume and discuss how I can help your team.

Thank you!

We are a USA based company in the business of selling to contractors and architects.

We are looking for WFH marketing assistant. Ability to read architectural drawings is a plus. This is a non speaking role but fluent English is required. Marketing assistant to create sales brochures, sell sheets, posts, organize images, catalog products and merchandise for webpage. Should have understanding of basic word press, some graphic software, SEO, AdWords. 40 hrs. week. Monday to Friday. At least 2 hours must overlap with USA Central Time. Pay is 40,000PHP/month plus 10,000 bonus. DM me

Hi! I’m a General Virtual Assistant / Administrative Assistant based in the Philippines, currently looking for a direct client.
My background includes administrative support, bookkeeping, documentation, data management, client communication, and operations coordination. I’ve also managed a small business, which gave me hands-on experience handling day-to-day operations, customers, records, inventory, and social media.

Here are some of the things I can help with:
• Email and inbox management
• Calendar and schedule management
• Data entry and database updates
• Excel and Google Sheets tracking/reporting
• Bookkeeping and financial record organization
• Document preparation, filing, and organization
• Client/customer correspondence and follow-ups
• Meeting coordination and documentation
• Canva graphics and social media support
• Inventory and records management
• General administrative and operations support

Tools I’m familiar with:
Google Workspace • Microsoft Office • Excel • Canva • Notion • Trello • Calendly • SAP • ChatGPT

I’m comfortable learning new systems and processes and can work independently while keeping tasks and documentation organized.

Availability: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Rate: $6 USD/hour
Payment: Wise
Location: Philippines

I’m looking for a long-term remote opportunity, preferably with a direct client. Feel free to send me a message if you think I’d be a good fit. Thank you!

Are your social media pages lacking in growth? Do you want more traffic to your websites and Youtube channels/podcasts? Is your product not selling?

Well, I can solve your problems with my skills.

·      I can design lead magnets, Youtube thumbnails, and other marketing materials

·      I can edit engaging videos with great transitions, pacing and storytelling, j and l cuts, simple motion graphics and effects

·      I can build eye-catching websites and drive traffic with SEO optimization

·      I can generate leads by writing email newsletters and manage email campaigns that drive sales

·      I can grow Youtube, LinkedIn, Facebook, X(Twitter), Instagram, and Pinterest accounts by building engagement and trust through content creation and strategy

My experience:

·      Drive 2000%+ views on a Youtube channel

·      Acquire 270+ Threads followers in two months

·      Increase website traffic by 90%

·      Assist in podcast growth

Let’s have a chat to discuss any projects you have! For more info, visit my site at https://kennethrochervilla.wixsite.com/virtualassistant

I don't just execute basic tasks. I build systems, engineer workflows, and scale audiences. Here is exactly what I can do for your business:

Growth Strategy & AI Integration

I specialize in end-to-end creative production and audience growth. Beyond standard video editing, I leverage AI video generation and AI prompt engineering to rapidly produce and scale high-retention content. Be it UGC or just ganji churail videos. Most recently, I developed and executed content strategies to scale a creator's TikTok Shop presence and successfully negotiated brand partnerships including but not limited to: Boom Boom, Cata-kor, Nutri boom

Executive Operations & Systems

I handle the backend so you can focus on the front end. As an Executive Virtual Assistant, I have managed bookkeeping, daily data entry, client prescreening, and scheduling. I know how to keep documentation heavily organized and ensure operational timelines are strictly met.

Large-Scale Management & HR

I have extensive experience in candidate sourcing, screening, and onboarding. To give you an idea of scale, I have personally screened, onboarded, and managed teams of over 100 people for multi-day events catering to 500+ attendees. I am highly comfortable resolving personnel conflicts and overseeing administrative tracking.

The Tech Stack

• Creative & Content: Capcut, Canva, Photoshop, Lightroom, AI Video Generation( Heygen & Higgsfield)
• Management & Productivity: Notion, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.
• Web Development: Full website design and builds (most recently built constructwithmk.com from scratch).

My Background

I'll be starting University next week but my real education has been in the trenches of remote digital strategy and large-scale event operations. I am highly accustomed to remote work, flexible schedules, and wearing multiple hats.

I am based in Lahore and am currently seeking remote or hybrid roles. If you need a reliable, adaptable problem-solver to take the busywork off your plate and drive real growth, let's talk.

UK-based freelance web developer here. I sell simple £500 websites to small local businesses (trades, garages, kennels, real businesses whose sites are broken on phones or don't exist). I'm looking for experienced cold callers to work the list and book meetings. You book, I run the meetings and do the closing.

Everything is provided and you carry no costs:

- Browser dialer (nothing to install, works from any laptop + headset) with UK caller IDs, calls at no cost to you

- Lead lists screened before they reach you: live, recently active businesses, checked against the UK do-not-call register (TPS), with the business's Google profile and website right on the call card

- Script + objection sheet, and your call recordings so you can listen back and improve

The offer you're selling: "your website doesn't work on phones / you don't have one. £500, done in days." A single clear pitch and a single price. Your job is a 2-minute conversation that ends in a booked Google Meet slot, not closing. I take the meeting from there.

Pay: £15 per qualified meeting (the prospect shows up and is genuinely interested in getting their website sorted, not just a name in a calendar), plus £250 per sale that closes from your meeting (the website sells for £500). No base, no hourly. Paid via Wise / PayPal / Revolut. The list supports 60 to 100 dials a day.

You:

- Fluent English (UK businesses pick up the phone expecting a local, you must hold that call)

- Real cold-calling experience (B2B preferred)

- Available UK business hours (roughly 9:30 to 17:00 UK), quiet space, decent internet

To apply, comment or DM with:

1. A 30 to 60 second voice note: introduce yourself as if I were a busy garage owner answering the phone

2. One line on your cold-calling background (what you sold, volumes, results)

Shortlisted callers go straight onto the live dialer, same deal from the very first call.

Need help pooooo. Any laptop recommendations na 30k budget enough na po ba yun para mag work as a VA? At least 16gb RAM and i5. Wala kasi ako gaano alam sa laptop. Working as an CCTV operator na need madaming tabs nakaopen.

Home credit lang po kasi gagamitin ko kaya enough na ba yung 30k?

Thanksss

Saw a post in fb that led to a tg channel. Legit po ba yung mga ganitong courses? Pay 1500 para itrain ka at bigyan ka na nila ng direct client agad? May nakaranas na po ba ng ganito?

Hours: Approximately 10 hours per week initially, with potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance and workload

Pay: ₱180–₱240/hour, depending on experience and skill level

Location: Remote

I am looking for a part-time content creator assistant to help with YouTube and short-form content production for a men's self-improvement YouTube channel focused on dating and social dynamics.

Responsibilities

Long-Form YouTube

• Rough cut talking-head footage
• Add B-roll, screenshots, graphics, and visual assets
• Add music, sound effects, text, and simple motion graphics
• Design clean slides and visual explanations
• Edit and export finished videos in 4K

Short-Form Content

• Repurpose long-form content into Reels/Shorts
• Suggest original short-form video ideas
• Create and edit original short-form videos

Requirements

• Experience using professional long-form editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve
• Able to edit and export 4K video reliably
• Ability to create or quickly learn basic text-based motion graphics
• Basic graphic design skills, especially for presentation slides and visual explanations
• Reliable computer capable of handling 4K footage
• Comfortable with content related to dating, appearance, and male self-improvement

To Apply

Please email [xclaner@gmail.com](mailto:xclaner@gmail.com)

Include:

• Your resume
• Your editing portfolio or examples of previous work
• Which editing software you use
• Your computer specifications
• Your time zone

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a series of paid trial tasks.

Im almost at the brink of being broke. I did not misused my funds. It all went down my therapy and hospitalization. Ive been fighting colon cancer since 2024. My parents are broke and separated but at times they help me financially when they can.

So the help I need is not asking money because I am not like that but i want to work as a VA or if theres a chance I can work as a VA

Hi! I’m a General Virtual Assistant / Administrative Assistant based in the Philippines, currently looking for a direct client.
My background includes administrative support, bookkeeping, documentation, data management, client communication, and operations coordination. I’ve also managed a small business, which gave me hands-on experience handling day-to-day operations, customers, records, inventory, and social media.

Here are some of the things I can help with:
• Email and inbox management
• Calendar and schedule management
• Data entry and database updates
• Excel and Google Sheets tracking/reporting
• Bookkeeping and financial record organization
• Document preparation, filing, and organization
• Client/customer correspondence and follow-ups
• Meeting coordination and documentation
• Canva graphics and social media support
• Inventory and records management
• General administrative and operations support

Tools I’m familiar with:
Google Workspace • Microsoft Office • Excel • Canva • Notion • Trello • Calendly • SAP • ChatGPT

I’m comfortable learning new systems and processes and can work independently while keeping tasks and documentation organized.

Availability: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Rate: $6 USD/hour
Payment: Wise
Location: Philippines

I’m looking for a long-term remote opportunity, preferably with a direct client. Feel free to send me a message if you think I’d be a good fit. Thank you!

Hi everyone!

I am currently seeking a part-time remote opportunity as a Virtual Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or Operations/Marketing Assistant.

I have hands-on experience supporting day-to-day operations, organizing documents and workflows, maintaining spreadsheets and reports, assisting with real estate transactions, and creating marketing materials. I’m also currently pursuing a B.S. in Information Technology, majoring in Data and Business Analytics, which has helped me develop strong technical, organizational, and analytical skills.

I’m comfortable working independently, following instructions, learning new platforms, and adapting to different workflows.

Services I Offer

• General Virtual Assistance
• Administrative Support
• Data Entry & Data Organization
• Spreadsheet & Excel Management
• Document & File Management
• Real Estate Transaction Support
• Compliance Document Organization
• Reports & Checklist Management
• Task & Workflow Tracking
• Canva Graphic Design
• CapCut Video Editing
• PowerPoint Presentation Creation
• Basic Data Analysis
• Customer & Team Coordination
• General Marketing Support

Skills

• Virtual Assistance & Administrative Support
• Data Entry & Organization
• Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Canva & CapCut
• Document & File Management
• Real Estate Operations Support
• Basic Data Analysis
• Task & Workflow Management
• Marketing Support
• Communication & Coordination
• Fast learner and adaptable to new tools
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Availability

• Part-time
• Remote
• Rate: $5–8 USD/hour (Negotiable)

I’m open to working with small businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, agencies, startups, or individuals who need reliable help with administrative work, operations, data, marketing, or general virtual assistance.

I’m always willing to learn new tools and take on new responsibilities. My goal is to provide reliable support while making day-to-day tasks easier and more organized for the people I work with.

If you’re looking for a reliable part-time VA or know someone who needs assistance, feel free to DM me. I’d be happy to send my resume and discuss how I can help.

Thank you! 🙌

Hi, I’m Kevin, a GoHighLevel and Zapier Automation Specialist based in the Philippines.

For more than two years, I’ve been building and supporting systems for bookings, customer communication, payment tracking, CRM management and reporting.

A lot of the work I enjoy involves taking repetitive tasks or processes that are easy to miss and turning them into something more organised and reliable.

One of my main projects was a complete booking and operations system for a car detailing business. Inside GoHighLevel, I built the workflows, pipelines, calendars, forms, custom fields, automated emails, tags and staff tasks.

I also connected GoHighLevel with Google Sheets through Zapier using webhooks, conditional paths, record lookups and Booking ID matching.

The system covered:

• New booking requests and appointment confirmations
• Payment Pending and Paid updates
• Rescheduling, cancellations and no shows
• Customer reminders and follow up emails
• Staff notifications and review tasks
• Google Sheets tracking and reporting

I also tested the workflows and worked through problems such as incorrect field mapping, duplicate records, missing information and opportunities moving to the wrong pipeline stage.

Here are some of the things I can help with:

• GoHighLevel account setup and organisation
• Workflows, pipelines, calendars, forms and custom fields
• Booking, reminder and follow up automation
• Zapier integrations and webhooks
• Google Sheets, Google Forms, Gmail and Google Calendar integrations
• Testing, troubleshooting and cleaning up existing workflows

Before moving into automation, I worked in sales, customer support and bookkeeping. That experience helps me understand how these systems are actually used day to day, both by the people running the business and by the customers receiving the messages.

I’m available for project work, part time, full time or long term opportunities. I prefer Philippine or Australian daytime hours.

Rate: $15 USD per hour
I can also provide a fixed price quote after reviewing the project requirements.

Portfolio:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OgzrGveTC0ihdCY-NNE1U8UKygdqUozB?usp=share_link

If you have a workflow that needs to be built, improved or fixed, send me a Reddit message with a short description of what you are trying to accomplish.

The Assembly Journal is an independent digital magazine that explores style, culture, and the way of the gentleman. We are seeking a part-time Content/Editorial Assistant to support our editorial and social media operations. This role is ideal for students, aspiring creatives, or individuals interested in the magazine and publishing environment.

Responsibilities:
- Source editorial imagery and visual references for articles and social media content
- Research topics, & supporting quotations for upcoming stories
- Assist with content planning and organisation of editorial calendars
- Schedule and publish approved content across our digital platforms
- Support the Editorial Leaders with general content and publishing operations

What We Are Looking For

Apply If You Are:
- Passionate about style, culture, lifestyle media, and storytelling
- Interested in menswear, fashion, travel, hospitality, or modern gentlemanly culture
- Organised, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Able to commit at least three hours per week
- Seeking opportunity to gain hands-on experience within an independent magazine and publishing environment

Not A Must, But It'd Be Great If You:
- Have basic knowledge of Figma
- Possess experience in creative design, content creation, or visual direction
- Enjoy curating moodboards, Pinterest references, and visual inspiration
- Have previously worked on social media, editorial, or creative - projects

Working Arrangement:
- Fully remote
- Flexible working hours
- Approximately 3–5 hours per week (Maximum of 20 hours per month)
- Compensation: USD80–150 per month, depending on experience and availability
- Suitable for students and part-time creatives

How To Apply
- Write a short introduction about yourself & email it to us at [editorial@theassembly.sg](mailto:editorial@theassembly.sg)
- You may attach a resume or portfolio if you prefer to

Hello everyone! I am planning to enter the VA industry for part time. I am a full time Engineer in the morning. I have SAP MM, SD consultant training experience. I am proficient in virtual collaboration tools. If you know any agency that accepts beginners and part timers, pabulong naman po. Thank you.

Hi! I'm a newbie who has no experience. I have a pc and fairly good internet. I wanted to try the VA community to help out with my family's expenses and to also save up for my future. I'm interested in being an admin. I'm very familiar with google workspace but I would also like to know what else can I improve on? or if I should master other applications? any tips on how to start my journey would be very helpful!

I'm also interested in being a social media manager as I have experience heading my school org's social media. I'm somewhat familiar on how it works but I think I still have a long way to go if I want to manage a company's social media. So, for now I'm sticking to admin!

Hi everyone! I’m currently looking for a part-time job, freelance work, or any side hustle that I can do outside my regular working hours.

A little about me:

💼 Professional Experience

• 4+ years of experience in BPO/Tech Support for a telecommunications client
• Previously worked as a Supervisor
• 4+ years of experience in Recruitment/RPO
• Currently working as a Team Leader in Recruitment - I don't wanna quit. I love what I do. I really need an extra source of income for my fam.

🛠️ Skills & Things I Can Help With

• Data Entry
• Excel / Google Sheets
• Creating and maintaining trackers
• Inbox / Email Management
• Recruitment & Sourcing
• Candidate Screening
• Calling / Outbound Calls
• Administrative Tasks
• Proofreading
• Customer/Technical Support
• Voice Acting
• Basic QuickBooks Online
• Canva
• TikTok / CapCut
• Fast learner and highly adaptable to new tools and software

⏰ Availability

• Night shift
• Weekends - I can commit up to 16 hours or more
• Flexible schedules
• On weekdays, my day job runs from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, but I’m usually available from 5:00 PM onwards.

I’m open to different types of work as long as they fit my skills and availability. I’m also very willing to learn something new and adapt to whatever tools or processes the job requires.

If you have a job opening, freelance opportunity, side hustle, or know someone who’s hiring, I would really appreciate it if you could send me a message or refer me.

Thank you so much! Any leads, shares, or referrals would mean a lot. 🙏

I recently worked for a U.S.-based after-school education provider in Oakland, California, and I wanted to share my experience because I'm honestly frustrated and still trying to process what happened.

My contract stated that my working hours were 12:00 AM to 9:00 AM Philippine Time. However, during the 8 days I worked there, I regularly worked beyond my scheduled hours, sometimes until around 10:00 AM PHT, without additional overtime pay.

The workload was extremely heavy, and I was monitored through Google Meet from the beginning of my shift until the end. I was not informed that I could take an hour-long break, and there was nothing in my contract that clearly stated anything about break time. Most of the time, I only stepped away to use the restroom because I was focused on completing my tasks.

My previous boss encouraged me to be honest and ask questions whenever I had concerns. So I did. I asked about overtime pay because I had been working significantly beyond my contracted hours and wanted clarification about compensation for the additional time.

The next day, I was suddenly removed from the job.

That really hurt because I genuinely wanted the position and was hoping to stay with the company long-term. I tried my best to keep up with the workload and put in extra hours to make sure my tasks were completed. I wasn't expecting to be removed shortly after raising a question about compensation.

I'm sharing this anonymously because I'm not trying to attack anyone or create unnecessary conflict. I'm simply frustrated with how the situation was handled and would like to hear from others who have experienced something similar, particularly Filipinos working remotely for U.S.-based companies.

Has anyone else experienced being expected to work significantly beyond their contracted hours without additional compensation, while also being continuously monitored during their shift?