Virtual data entry jobs enter information into a spreadsheet or database, transcribe audio, or update records as new data becomes available from a remote location. In a virtual data entry job, you access a database or records system online, locate and select relevant information, and type it into the appropriate files or locations. Your responsibilities include checking the information that you entered for accuracy, as well as updating and backing up current records or documents in your employer’s system. In this role, you also utilize online platforms to communicate with your employer. Data entry clerks and specialists can work for a single employer, an employment agency, or as an independent contractor.