Referring back to the DOL’s definition of a temporary employee, a period of temporary employment should last no longer than one year and have a clearly specified end date. Federal law also dictates that you cannot hire the same temp employee for more than two consecutive years.

Can a temporary contract be made permanent?

Yes, a fixed-term contract can become permanent. For some employers, fixed-term contracts are a safe way to evaluate individuals for a significant period. While for employees, it’s an effective way to get hired in a role that may not necessarily come up if you’re solely looking at permanent positions.

How long does a contract to hire position last?

The position lasts anywhere from three months to a year, though some can go as long as three years. But don’t confuse a contract-to-hire position with an independent contractor position. A contract-to-hire role is a W-2 position, and in many respects, you have the same status as a full-time (or even part-time) employee.

Is it possible for a company to hire full time?

While no one knows what the recovery will look like given that the current economic situation may last until at least 2021, many companies may not be able to hire full-time, permanent employees for quite some time.

Can a company permanently hire a contract worker?

Not so. According to a Talentcor article, almost 85% of companies are adding contract workers to their teams (30% have already done so). And the chances are fairly good that contract-to-hire workers can actually be hired permanently once their contract ends. Employers have their reasons for employing contract-to-hire workers.

Where can I find a contract to hire job?

Contract-to-hire jobs are available in almost every industry. Contract-to-hire roles are prevalent within many industries in today’s workplace, such as accounting, marketing, sales, information technology, management, administrative, project management, and more.