Daily Career Connection

Many workers tend to shy away from temporary jobs thinking they will be out of work soon again and have to begin a job search all over, however many temporary positions are stepping stones to furthering a career with a desired company or gaining valuable networking contacts in a desired field. The key to accepting temporary employment is to accept job assignments with either a company you wish to become a permanent worker with or in a field you wish to make a career.

One of the benefits of having a temporary job is to try out a company. If the company seems unsuitable to your liking, a temporary position is just that: temporary. A request can be made to the temporary agency to be transferred to another assignment, or if hired on a temporary basis by the company itself, employment contacts can be made by networking with co-workers.

On the other hand, if the company is exactly what you are looking for in a desired company, visits to the Human Resources Department or other hiring area can be made while you are on-site. This is essential to stay abreast of company openings, as well as attend any interviews. Furthermore, if interviewing for a position within the department you are currently working for, the supervisor may be familiar with your recent job performance or may ask your co-workers for input.

Networking opportunities are also great for workers with temporary positions. Letters of reference, personal recommendations and inside job information with other companies in similar industries can be accomplished by networking while on a temporary position. Be sure to exchange contact information and network long before your assignment ends; especially if the length of the assignment is undetermined.

If desiring to work at the company, but no positions are currently open, be sure to leave a positive impression with the company and stay in-touch. When a position opens, by keeping in contact with supervisors or former co-workers you will be a welcomed suggestion or consideration in the mind of the company. Volunteer with the company or temporary agency to work there again to maintain an on-site presence. With perseverance, temporary jobs can and do eventually lead to permanent employment opportunities.