Fortunately, most msyery shopping companies do not have specific requirements, and if they do, they are most often required on specific jobs, as opposed to the company as a whole. The only real requirements are that you are of legal age in your state. However, each company may have slightly different requirements.

As for skills for being a secret shopper, observation skills are obviously important, as is a grasp of the English language, although there are some Spanish companies that conduct mystery shops in Spanish.

Some companies do require all their shoppers to have easy internet access. You may receive your schedule for shopping jobs online, and you may be required to submit your report online, rather than faxing or dropping off.

Fortunately, most will be fully qualified to be a mystery shopper, so your secret shopping career can begin now!