EuWorkers temporary workers can work on short contracts for a variety of reasons. These include covering employee absences, increasing workload or supporting specific projects. They may also work on an occasional basis to support seasonal or peak demand. Temporary worker jobs often require strong interpersonal skills, flexibility and attention to detail.
For some, this type of contract is a way to avoid precarious employment. Others use it to reconcile work and family life or because they are looking for a change of scene. However, the use of short contracts is linked to increasing precariousness in the labour market. For example, they can make it difficult to balance work and private life. Furthermore, they can be subject to unexpected termination or even to a revocation of their visa status.
There are legal minimum wages which must be respected and employees are generally paid at the end of each month. Salaries are typically shown on a payslip and include deductions for social security and tax payments. The standard working week is 35 hours and there are 11 public holidays per year. The workplace can be formal and there is a strong hierarchal structure with clear responsibilities.
If you are from an EEC member state or have a visa issued by a French consulate, the process to work in france is straightforward. However, for non EEC members it is necessary to obtain a residence permit for workers and this can take several weeks or months depending on the volume of applications. The process starts by completing the application form and submitting it with any applicable fees.