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Madison Avenue
New York, NY
Total time with agency:
1 year
Wait for first assignment:
Average wait between assignments:
Last five jobs:
| Job Title | Length | Client | Hourly Wage | Typical of agency? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tests given:
word processing and spreadsheet
Payroll policies:
On-site time sheet pickup:
Direct deposit of payroll checks:
Free check cashing at agency's bank:
Benefits:
Medical insurance:
Dental insurance:
Paid vacation:
Transportation allowance:
Entertainment allowance:
Matching contributions:
Comments:
Average length of assignment: 1 assignment for 11 months
Types of Jobs: admin asistant
Clients: investment bank
Salary: $13.00-$18.50
Benefits: none
Comments: Agency was not supportive of temporary hire. Promises of paid weeks vacation turned out to be capped so as to be maximized at $500. Agency did not have a thorough knowledge of new highly educated temporary workers and was not inclined to pursue job placements.
Reporter:
Email:
Date:
Thu Jan 2 14:44:33 EST 1997
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