How to Ask for a Permanent Position

by Carol Deeb

When you can't find a permanent position, starting in any job can be a good opportunity. Working as a temporary employee, intern or contractor can lead to a full-time job. If you work hard and are productive, you can impress the company enough to consider you for a job vacancy, which can provide security, higher pay and medical benefits. If an offer never materializes from the employer, asking for a permanent position may be the only way to achieve your goal.

Develop a system to perform your job duties. Create forms, make contacts and streamline a process to show your employer your commitment and motivation to succeed in the position.

Work efficiently and volunteer to do tasks outside of your job description. Show management your dedication to advancing the company's goals and objectives to let them know that you are a team member.

Collect written compliments from customers, awards, above-average performance reports and any other document that demonstrates how well you accomplish your duties.

Make contact with managers at the company. Greet them at every opportunity and introduce yourself. A permanent position may materialize in any section, and you want the advantage of being recognizable to the person in charge of filling the vacancy.

Request references from supervisors you've had in the company that recommend you for a permanent position if the job you want is in a different department.

Schedule a meeting with management, human resources or the hiring authority for the company. Explain your commitment to the organization and your desire for a permanent position. If you are in sales or another capacity that earns revenue for the company, show how the profit you generate exceeds the expense of hiring you.

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