Career Development Through Temp Work

Experience the best that Canadian businesses have to offer

Working for different employers across varied industries is a great way to gain firsthand experience of diverse roles and responsibilities. Many workers use contract assignments to test different positions and responsibilities to find the best fit for them. At the same time, temporary assignments give employers an opportunity to evaluate the best candidates before hiring the most suitable for longer-term contracts. This type of work is especially helpful to get your foot in the door at companies that aren’t currently hiring on a permanent basis; you’ll know their operations and have already proven your skills if the company decides to hire permanent employees in the future.

Best of all, it doesn’t matter where you are in your career. Contract work helps first-time jobseekers and transitioning workers alike find meaningful employment on their terms. Whether you’re entering or re-entering the workforce, looking to fill employment gaps or paring down your work hours, temporary employment provides amazing opportunities for work when you need it.

You don’t have to do it alone

With an employment agency, you can take a lot of the guesswork out of temporary work. At Adecco, our Recruitment Consultants offer expert guidance to temporary associates on resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, personal branding and presentation skills. Then, we focus on your success by working with our clients to provide safe and fulfilling work for our temporary associates and we communicate with you throughout the process. With employment agencies that offer you this kind of support, you know your career is in good hands.

Permanent options… if you want it!

Whether your goal is to continue pursuing contract assignments or gain permanent employment, temporary work offers the variety and exposure you need to shape the career you want.

If it’s permanent employment you’re seeking, the best part about gaining exposure to different companies through contract assignments is finding the right one for you! Radial is a perfect example of the kind of dynamic organization that’s focused on success for their employees and temporary workers alike. A global e-commerce company specializing in distributed order management, enterprise inventory and availability, store fulfillment, and customer care, Radial offers individuals the work they want to do in an environment they won’t want to leave.

Here’s what three individuals had to say about how Radial and Adecco helped transform their careers…

Samantha Scott, Operations Supervisor:

“I began working with Radial through Adecco in October of 2010 as an inbound associate. In 2012 I was hired directly to Radial from Adecco. After 2012 I was promoted to team lead and then again in 2014 to Operations Supervisor. Radial has shown and continues to show me their commitment to growing and developing people who work hard. I have had the opportunity to benefit from this and continue to see what a great future Radial can provide to me and anyone who sets their mind to it.”

Justin Smithers, Operations Supervisor:

“I began working with Radial through Adecco in August of 2014. I was immediately impressed by Radial, the culture was fantastic and I was placed into an environment where I was able to thrive and develop. Through support from both Radial and Adecco, I was hired on as a full-time associate in March of 2015. From there, the building leaders continued to provide opportunity and capitalize on my skill set, while developing me for future success. In August of 2016, I was promoted to Team Lead and given my first opportunity to manage associates. I progressed further and in August of 2017, I reached my goal in becoming Operations Supervisor.”

Mejo Varghese, Site Operations Manager:

“My career at Radial began several years ago in 2012 where I was given the opportunity to begin working as an IT Technician through Adecco. As a new immigrant, it was not easy to find a job in your related field. I was grateful to Adecco for helping me find my career and giving me an excellent opportunity.

Working at Radial, I quickly realized the potential for growth within this company. I soon was promoted to Site Operations Supervisor, and after one year, I was able to advance in my career and become the Site Operations Manager. Radial not only values its employees but also helps each one of us to grow to our full potential!”

Learn a new skill or two or ten

While you’re on assignment, take advantage of the opportunity to learn new skills. Be open to learning new things and look for chances to practice and develop your skills in current and future assignments.

Another way to develop your skills is to take advantage of online learning opportunities. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) like Alison or Coursera give learners free online learning opportunities to gain knowledge and skills anywhere, at any time. And when you’re a temporary associate with Adecco, you gain access to hundreds of online training modules in everything from technical software courses to customer service skills, health and safety legislation to business writing. These courses help candidates on or between assignments strengthen their skill sets and resumes, enriching on-the-job learning for greater success.

Get the benefit of benefits

Many employment agencies, including Adecco, offer employees skills training, experience, mentorship, and benefits. From the employment agency’s perspective, offering these perks helps retain top talent. And for temporary associates, benefits make a temp career more predictable, with group health, dental and life insurance, vacation pay, time off, statutory holiday pay, career counselling and skills training.

With skills training and career development at some of the best companies in Canada, not to mention awesome benefits, why not start working temp today?