Should you accept a temporary assignment when looking for a full time job?
Temporary work offers a number of benefits to job seekers. This is the best way to get your foot in the door with an employer while having the opportunity to observe if the position is a good fit for you.
1. Try different work environments
Temporary positions give you the opportunity to see how multiple businesses operate from the inside. You will have the opportunity to observe the different company cultures, management style and physical environments to determine what is the best fit for you.
2. Opportunity to learn skills.
The companies you are sent to are also observing you as well. They will be watching to see if you are willing to learn new skills. This is a great way to add skill sets to your resume. If you are dependable and willing to learn you will have the opportunity to train and learn new skill-sets. Most importantly, you need to make sure you are on time, great attendance and attitude. The company looks at everything before they spend time training you.
3. Temporary positions often become permanent jobs
Companies are always looking for exceptional employees and they use staffing agencies to observe work habits. If you are a dependable associate, learns quickly and is willing to learn new skills, there’s a good chance that you will be offered a full-time position.
One common misconception is that if you except a temporary position you all jump from job to job and never find a permanent position. That is not true, companies are looking to hire full-time employees. Going through an employment agency is the best way to get your foot in the door, without having the best resume, and have the opportunity to prove yours