Employment Vocabulary

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A job requiring 35+ hours per week.

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Full-time

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The person has a job.

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Employed

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A job for a fixed period, often a few weeks or months.

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Temporary

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A legally binding agreement between an employer and employee, outlining terms of employment.

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Contract

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A job requiring less than 35 hours per week.

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Part-time

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An independent contractor who works on a project-by-project basis.

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Freelancer

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A short-term, on-the-job training program.

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Internship

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A training program combining learning with real-life, on-the-job experience.

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Apprenticeship

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A single job shared between two employees, each working reduced hours.

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Job share

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Compensation beyond salary, such as health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.

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Benefits