Temporary workers are valuable additions to a euworkers.fr company’s team during busy times or to help with specialized projects that require unique skills that regular employees may not have. These people are often less expensive to hire than permanent staff and do not require the same investment of time and training. However, they also do not have the same level of commitment to the company as permanent employees might have.

Temp agencies work with client companies of all sizes in various industries to understand their short-term and seasonal staffing needs. They recruit candidates from their pool of applicants based on skill set, background and availability. Once they have found a candidate, they will match the temporary worker to the appropriate job and schedule the placement. The agency will handle the administrative duties associated with the contract such as payroll, tax withholding and benefits administration (if applicable).

Temporary Workers Agencies: What to Expect as a Job Seeker

The user company will supervise the temp worker while they are on assignment but there is no employment relationship between the company and the agency employee. The employee will have a contract with the agency which will outline their hourly rate, fees, any taxes or benefits they are entitled to and a timeframe for how long the assignment is expected to last.

The temp agency will conduct a health test on the candidate to verify they are fit to perform the job safely. They will also interview the temporary worker to ensure they have the knowledge and experience required for the position.