A temporary job might involve working either part-time or full-time hours, but by definition, it is a job that is intended to be performed on a short-term basis, or a finite period of time. A temp job might continue for a day, a few days, or for much longer.

A temporary position involves working for a finite period of time until the assignment is completed. A "Temp-to-Hire", or often referred to as "Temp-To-Perm," is a temporary position that may result in being hired in a permanent capacity after a certain amount of working hours. Benefits available.

A Direct Hire job is typically permanent or a long-term position with a salary, paid time off, and benefits. Staffing Agencies may be used during the recruitment prescreening but after the hiring process is complete, and an offer is accepted, the employee goes directly on to the client's payroll.