Ms. Waldman is the author of “Help Wanted,” a novel about hourly workers at a big-box store. Mr. Bruenig is a labor lawyer and the founder of People’s Policy Project. See more of our coverage in your ...

If you work part-time or have worked part-time under the Federal Employees’ Retirement System, that time still counts toward your retirement eligibility. You don't need to tack on extra years just ...

Focus on benefit-friendly industries. Health care, banking, utilities, higher ed, and government contractors are most likely to offer part-time remote roles with real perks. Target W-2 jobs and hour ...