How can I qualify for and receive my hiring bonus on Instawork?
Instawork offers a $100 hiring bonus to professionals who are hired permanently by partner companies after finding work through our platform. This article outlines the eligibility criteria, the submission process, and the expected timeline for receiving your bonus.
Eligibility Criteria for the Hiring Bonus
To qualify for the $100 hiring bonus, you must:
Be permanently hired by a partner company.
Submit the following required documents for verification:
Offer letter or email: Must include your name, email, date, and the company's information.
Recent paystub or check stub: This must show your name and the hiring company’s name.
Hiring manager’s details: Include their name and phone number.
Steps to Submit Your Documents
When a partner reports you as hired, a prompt will typically appear in your app. To submit your documents:
Open the Instawork App.
Navigate to the Profile tab.
Look for the prompt asking if you have been hired or follow the in-app steps to upload your documents.
Upload clear photos of the original documents specified above.
Timeline for Receiving the Hiring Bonus
The entire process from document upload to payment typically takes up to 30 days. Here is the breakdown:
Document Verification: Our internal team reviews your documents for completeness and validity. This part of the process can take up to 20 days.
Payment Processing: Once your documents are approved and the partner has not disputed the hire, your bonus will be processed. You will receive your payment within 10 days after approval.
Why Delays Occur
Incomplete or Rejected Documents: If your documents are rejected (e.g., an unclear photo or a missing paystub), you will receive a push notification. You must re-upload the correct documents, which will restart the verification timeline.
Partner Confirmation: We must ensure the partner confirms the hire before the bonus is released.
Handling Rejections
If your application is rejected, review the requirements to ensure you aren't missing any details. Common issues include:
Uploading the offer letter twice but forgetting the paystub.
The name on the paystub not matching your Instawork profile.
Using expired or invalid document formats.
Further Assistance
If it has been more than 30 days since you uploaded your documents and you have not received an update or payment, please contact Instawork Support directly through the app. Provide your details so we can investigate the status of your verification.