Some people looking for work don’t want to go through a staffing company because they think only entry-level and temporary jobs available through them. Others might think that agencies don’t provide jobs with benefits like health insurance. Both of these reasons for avoiding staffing companies, however, are not based in reality.
Job seeker can use a staffing agency locate a wide variety of jobs, including permanent positions, in many different industries.
Staffing agencies regularly work with everyone from entry-level employees to CEOs.
How does it work?
Employers pay a staffing firm to locate potential employees or executives. People looking for work can apply to jobs through the staffing company or partner with the company to try to find a job. The company interviews the candidates and places them in suitable positions, including full-time positions, temporary jobs and temp-to-hire arrangements.
In temporary and temp-to-hire situations, the staffing company pays the employee to work for the client business. If the business makes a decision to hire this worker on a permanent basis, the staffing company no longer pays the job seeker; the client does instead.
What’s in it for me?
First and foremost, finding work and working through an IT staffing company doesn’t cost you any fees. Also, the company is highly motivated to find you a job. Basically, the company is working for you, for free.
Working through a staffing company can also provide you with variety. While IT staffing companies specialize in a specific industry, they have many kinds of jobs within the industry. You could find work at a large corporation or a small startup. Also, jobs cover anything from very short-term contract jobs to permanent, full-time positions.
For those concerns about benefits, some opportunities do include benefits if the employee has worked a particular number of days or hours. Benefits can include health insurance, a 401k plan and tuition reimbursement.
Many staffing agencies supply feedback during the entire job application process. They might provide you with suggestions on how to modify your resume or offer suggestions about how to do well in a job interview. This type of free feedback is invaluable for professionals at any career stage.
Finding the right staffing company
When you are trying to find a staffing company, the first thing you should do is determine if the company deals only with the IT industry, or many different industries. Also, find out what kind of work they offer: Temporary, temp-to-hire or permanent.
When you meet with a staffing company personnel, go ahead and ask questions. Inquire about what benefits might be available, what types of jobs they normally fill and the average time it takes for someone in your position to land a job. The staffing company you work with is there to assist you, so don’t hesitate to get all the information you need to make a decision.
Are you looking for the next step in your IT career?
At SMCI, we regularly work with skilled professionals who have never worked with a staffing firm before. Please contact us today to find out how we can help you reach your career goals or explore these current opportunities.
