Short-term positions can let job seekers fill resume gaps and companies relieve the pressure from full-time workers.

Temporary job positions sometimes get the brushoff because many people are looking for a guaranteed, permanent position. What they don’t realize is that a temporary position can often offer the chance to showcase talent and get them favored for a permanent position. Many companies prefer to have some short-term employees because it benefits the company in numerous ways that you, a potential employee, may not know. At Labor Solutions, Inc., we know there are many opportunities open to you, and we want to help you find them.

Why Do Companies Seek Short-Term Employees?

  • To fill the place of other employees on vacation or leave
  • To work on big or special company projects
  • To keep full-time employees from burning out
  • Extra help
  • More help means less stress; less stress means higher company moral
  • It’s easier to hire temporary help than fire full-time employees
  • Gain new skills as a company

How Can Short-Term Positions Benefit You?

  • You get hired quicker (more urgency for employees)
  • It could potentially be a permanent job
  • Builds experience in a certain field
  • Flexible hours
  • You can try out positions or workplace environments
  • More time to look for a long-term job
  • Temporary positions can help fill in gaps on your resume
  • Often, temp workers get paid more than permanent workers in the same position
  • Sharpens your skills
  • Provides a paycheck while you continue searching for your dream job

As you can see from the lists above, temporary positions may be the way to go if you are looking to try something out, get your foot in the door, or get more experience. This gives you the chance to do so without making a big commitment to any one employer. Temporary positions give you the advantage of knowing when your term or contract ends. That lets you manage your time as you get experience and weigh it against other potential job offers.

At Labor Solutions, Inc., our staff can help you find the opportunities you are seeking. Contact us today and let us get you started.