Temporary Work Can Be Useful

I have discussed the merits of temporary jobs several times in this blog, and the subject is a frequent focus for advisers to job seekers. “Temporary Work Can Be Useful”, an article in the August 8, 2010, edition of The Dallas Morning News in Section 1J by Amy Winter of Creators Syndicate provides the following myths and facts for job seekers:

MYTH 1: Temporary assignments are mainly clerical or lower skills.

FACT:  Today more temporary work positions are available in professional and technical companies.

MYTH 2: Temporary work can’t be included on a resume.

 FACT:  Temporary work projects need to be put on resumes. Put the staffing firm as your employer and then list your job duties at the different companies.

MYTH 3: Temporary work will interfere with your search for a permanent position.

FACT: Temporary work assignments will most likely improve your job search. Many times, these temporary jobs will turn into full-time positions. Or job candidates will improve their skill set in temp positions while looking for a full-time job.

MYTH 4: Temporary work doesn’t pay well.

FACT: Temporary jobs usually pay about the same as salaried full-time position. For specialized skills, the pay may exceed salaried employees’ pay.

MYTH 5: Job candidate will have to pay to work for a staffing firm.

FACT: Usually, reputable staffing firms will not ask job seekers to pay for their services.  The fees are paid by the client businesses. You should avoid any staffing or employment firm that requires job seekers to pay their fees.

  

Please share with readers of this blog your experience with temporary jobs.

Thanks!    Glyn