One of the great things about working for a staffing agency is the freedom to choose the type of employment you’d like.

You might be asking, what do you mean by that?

There are different types of employment – these types decide what kind of employee you are and how long you work – not in hours, but in actual length of time. There are several types of employment that we’ll talk about: project-based/temporary, seasonal, temp-to-hire, contract, and permanent employment.

Each one of these types is a little different from the rest and has its own sweet benefits!

Keep reading below to find out more about these types and which one would be the best fit for you!

1.     Project-Based/Temporary

This is the most common form of employment when working with a staffing agency. Temporary work is only for a limited duration of time. Depending on the job, there may not be a date, but rather an “event” or “thing” that must occur to determine the end of the contract. For example, if a client has a certain project that must be completed, the completion of that project will signal the end of employment.

This type of work is different because there is no defined amount of time the employee will work; they just work until the assignment is finished or completed. This type of employment may be optimal for people who want to experience many different work environments. On the other hand, this may not be suitable for people who prefer a little more structure or stability.

2.    Seasonal

Seasonal employment is also very common. Just like the title states, this type of work is seasonal. Depending on the time of year, companies often have a surge of demands that must be met. To handle the increased workload, they bring on seasonal employees that work for a specified amount of time and are then released from the company. For example, this type of employment can be seen a lot with retail stores that often hire additional employees around the Holidays. These extra employees help to decrease the overall workload with the surge of traffic and business.

3.    Temp-to-Hire

Though not as common as the first, temp-to-hire is still another popular type of employment. Temp-to-hire, short for temporary, is work that begins as temporary work but at the end of the specified period, the employer has the option to offer the employee a permanent position. Most clients use this time, usually three to six months, as a trial period to gauge how the employee performs and acts. This allows the employee an opportunity to work while allowing the employer a chance to make an informed decision.

4.   Contract

Contract work competes with temporary work as the most common form of employment. Contract work is like temporary work in that you only work for a period of time, but contract work specifies that amount of time. With temporary or project-based work, you could work one week or one month, but you might not exactly know. The great thing about contract work is that you have the flexibility of a temporary or project-based job while having the security of knowing how much you’re going to make and how long you’re going to work.

5.    Permanent

Depending on the staffing agency, permanent work may not be as common. Permanent (direct hire) work is when you work for the employer (not the staffing agency) and receive compensation directly from them. Permanent work means there is no clear end in sight to how long you’ll work for the company. This means you have the option to leave whenever you choose, as the employer also has the option to let you go whenever they choose.

Permanent work includes full-time and part-time positions, which can be paid as a salary or hourly wage. Permanent positions tend to offer more benefits such as sick time, vacation time, insurance, and other perks the company may choose to offer. For those that need structure and stability, permanent work is the best option for you.

The availability of these types of employment depends on the staffing agency and the industries they hire for, so make sure to do your research beforehand or ask a recruiter in person.

Now that you’re a genius on the different types of employment, does any of this pique your interest? If so, stop beating around the bush and find your dream job today!

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