Temporary Employment: An Emerging Alternative for College Graduates

摘要

The nature of the temporary employment industry is evolving. No longer do temporary staffing firms simply place low-skilled, blue-collar workers. Today, many temporary agencies are becoming increasingly involved with highly skilled, well-educated workers as well. This change reflects both organizations that are reluctant to hire permanent employees in a volatile economy and to individuals who are increasingly interested in flexible work alternatives. And, faced with one of the tightest job markets in years, college graduates are beginning to realize the opportunities that temporary employment can offer. This study examined how today's college student perceives the temporary staffing industry and offered suggestions on how temporary firms can better recruit this emerging applicant pool.