Seasonal Staffing

Seasonal staffing adds temporary workers to cover a predictable, recurring peak in demand — such as the holiday retail rush, a harvest, tax season, or summer tourism.

Because the peaks are predictable, seasonal staffing is usually planned in advance: employers forecast the headcount they'll need and partner with an agency to recruit and onboard workers before demand arrives. The workers are typically agency-payrolled for the season and released when the peak subsides.

Some seasonal programs double as a talent pipeline — strong seasonal workers are invited back year after year, or converted to permanent roles when openings arise.

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