How to Find a Job Using an Employment Agency

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose an employment agency with a good reputation.

   If you specialize in a particular kind of work, such as construction or administrative work, look for an agency with that niche.
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   Step 2: Schedule an appointment with the agency.

   You may be required to provide some information at the time you set up your appointment.
   
   Ask if you should send a resume in advance of your meeting.
   
   Offer to email or fax it so the staff at the agency can review your qualifications prior to your meeting. , You want to demonstrate a neat look that indicates how you will show up for the interviews they send you on. , A driver's license and social security card will usually be copied. , This may seem redundant if you submitted a resume, but most employment agencies require an application in addition to your formal resume. , Discuss your past experience, what you liked about prior jobs and how you see yourself growing professionally.
   
   Discuss whether you are looking for temporary work, full time permanent work, or part time opportunities.
   
   If you are open to any work, be sure to let the agency know that.
   
   Talk about any particular industry or field you are interested in as well.
   
   Answer any questions about your job history, education and work ethic.
   
   The agency might want to know why you left your last job and what your relationship was like with former supervisors and co-workers. , If you are looking for an administrative position, you may need to complete a typing test or computer assessments. , Some agencies might pay you for the first weeks or months that you are employed, if they consider you their employee that they are contracting out to another company. , The agency may be able to provide you with an idea of which positions they think would be a good fit for your skills. , If there is a minimum you are willing to work for, make sure the agency knows that so they do not waste time sending you on interviews for jobs that do not meet your salary expectations. , If they recommend changes, you should make those changes to make sure the right parts of your resume stand out to potential employers. , Discuss the leads with the recruiter at the employment agency.
   
   He or she should have details on the job description and salary range. , There might be some back and forth over email or by phone to manage your schedule and that of the company.
   
   Get a confirmed date and time as well as the name of the person you will be meeting with. , The agency may have worked with this company before, and can give you ideas of how to prepare and what to expect. , Keep in touch with the employment agency.
   
   They might manage your time and pay, and even if they do not, it is courteous to keep them involved in how you like your job.
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   Step 3: Dress professionally for your appointment with the agency.

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   Step 4: Bring identification.

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   Step 5: Fill out the application.

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   Step 6: Talk to the recruiter or placement manager about the type of work you are looking for.

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   Step 7: Take any necessary tests.

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   Step 8: Talk about how you and the agency are paid.

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   Step 9: Ask about the opportunities currently available.

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    Step 10: Talk about salary requirements.

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    Step 11: Listen to any advice the employment agency may have about your resume.

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    Step 12: Let the employment agency send your resume out to companies that are filling positions.

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    Step 13: Wait for the agency to set up your interview.

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    Step 14: Ask for interview tips.

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    Step 15: Accept a job that is offered if it sounds like something you would like to do.

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