5 Tips to Get Started as an Independent Contractor/Freelancer
Learn how to get started as an independent contractor or freelancer. This guide outlines the entire process from industry research to contracts and taxes.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Handout

5 Tips for Educators to Help Students Get Started as Independent Contractors/Freelancers
Use this guide to support your students as they get established as contractors and freelancers. Learn how to provide resources, answer questions, and make referrals.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Basic Facts about Entrepreneurship
Learn about entrepreneurship opportunities available for immigrants, regardless of status.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Conceptos Basicos Sobre el Emprendimiento (Spanish)
Una breve descripción de las oportunidades de emprendimiento que existen para todos los inmigrantes, independientemente de su estatus migratorio.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Comenzando Tu Camino de Emprendimiento (Spanish Webinar)
Este seminario web proporcionará información introductoria acerca de cómo trabajar por su cuenta y cómo empezar un negocio. El seminario presentará las experiencias de los empresarios de la comunidad latina en Chicago y Los Ángeles.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Webinar/Video

#Undocuhustle Film
Watch this short film to learn more about the #Undocuhustle and Immigrants Rising’s entrepreneurship initiatives.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Webinar/Video

Worker Cooperatives and LLCs
Learn what Worker Cooperatives and Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) are, how they work, and what history and movement are behind them.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide, Webinar/Video

Choosing a Business Structure
Undocumented individuals can set up four main types of business structures -- sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and limited liability company or worker co-ops. Learn about the benefits, limitations, and requirements of each structure.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide

Working for Yourself
Find out how to become an independent contractor, establish a formal business, and understand your tax liability and other obligations.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide, Webinar/Video

Life After College
Find out all the possibilities open to undocumented students after graduation. This guide includes information, tips, and resources as well as personal narratives, student testimonials, and advice from experts to encourage undocumented students in their next steps.

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide

ITIN Guide
Information About the IRS's Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).

Themes/topics:

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide