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How to End a Temp Assignment on a High Note
Temporary assignments end — sometimes earlier than expected, sometimes right on schedule. Knowing how to handle the end of a placement professionally keeps doors open and strengthens your…
Do Temp Workers Get Benefits? What Agency Employees Should Know
One of the most common questions temporary workers have is whether they are entitled to benefits like health insurance, paid time off, or retirement contributions. The answer depends…
How Unemployment Benefits Work for Temp Workers
Unemployment insurance can be a financial lifeline between assignments, but many temporary workers are unsure whether they qualify or how to apply. The rules vary by state, but…
Questions to Ask a Staffing Agency Before Accepting an Assignment
When a recruiter calls with a job offer, it is easy to say yes without gathering enough information. Asking the right questions before you commit protects your time,…
How Overtime Works When You Are a Temp Employee
Overtime pay rules can be confusing for temporary workers because you technically have two entities involved in your work: the staffing agency that employs you and the client…
How to Read and Understand Your Staffing Agency Contract
Before you start any assignment, your staffing agency will ask you to sign a contract or agreement. Many workers sign without reading it carefully — and that can…
What Is Light Industrial Temp Work and Is It Right for You
Light industrial is one of the largest categories of temporary work placed through staffing agencies. If you are new to the workforce, returning after a gap, or simply…
Health and Safety Rights for Temporary Workers on the Job
Temporary workers have the same foundational health and safety protections as permanent employees. The fact that you are placed by an agency rather than hired directly by the…
What Happens if You Miss a Shift as a Temp Worker
Missing a shift as a temp worker is more consequential than it might seem. Because staffing agencies are accountable to client businesses for showing up as promised, a…