(Newswire.net — April 28, 2016) — Temp employment agencies are on the rise as more and more people are finding it difficult to find work. Oftentimes, job hunters feel the need to exaggerate their skills to land a good job, not knowing it’s actually counterproductive in such context. This and other novice mistakes prevent well-intentioned and highly skilled folks from getting the temporary contracts they desire. Below is a guide of everything you need to know when finding a legitimate temp agency.
Learn the Relationship Dynamics
Working via a temporary employment agency, which can also be referred to as a staffing firm or staffing agency, is usually a viable means of quickly finding temporary work. Of course, this is still dependent on whether or not you pass the screening and testing phases carried out by the agency. Once you find temporary work via an agency, the agency becomes your employer, despite the fact that you will be working for an actual company. For matching you and the employer, the agency will be paid the difference between what the company is paying them and what they are paying you.
Know the Usual Questions
• Have you worked in a similar job site before?
• Have you worked in an environment that requires you to collaborate with colleagues and report to executives?
• Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced environment?
• What skills do you think make you a good fit for this line of work?
These are the usual questions to expect from a temp agency interview. Apparently, it doesn’t differ much from interview questions of a direct employer. The answers you give to these questions and the way you deliver them will give the agency an idea of your soft skills, which is partially why such questions even exist in the first place. To pass this one, be honest with your answers.
Know the Types of Job Availabl
Some might march into a temporary employment agency looking to be an astronaut or a UFC fighter. Keep in mind that, while such pursuits are very admirable, it’s not all available at your local agency. At its inception, the nature of the work available from temporary agencies consisted mainly of low-skilled jobs. Nowadays, you can find both entry-level and professional work. Common jobs you will find at a temp agency include accountants, assembly line workers, clerical workers, data entry assistants, electricians plumbers, nurses, nursing assistants, and truck drivers.
Decide on the Benefits You Wish to Get
While temporary work is notorious for not having the standard benefits offered to full-time employees like a 401(k) and paid vacation time, some temp agencies offer benefits to their employees as an enticement to stay signed up with them. Shopping for the right set of benefits will play an important role in your future financial condition. A full benefits package should be your prerequisite before signing up with any agency. The benefits package must include paid holidays, medical and dental coverage, and even a 401(k).
Apply at Your Chosen Agency
Applying for temp work is simple. You simply register via the agency’s website, upload your resume or make one through the site, and then search for work you are interested in. Tailor your resume to match specific job duties you are applying for. You don’t want a too generic resume as this can reflect poorly on your field interest and competency.
Temporary work is a great fit for people of all walks of life, whether you’re a stay-at-home mother with some hours you wish to fill or a student who wants to work part-time during light study seasons. Regardless, it is definitely an option worth checking out.
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