permatemp

American  

[pur-muh-temp] / ˈpɜr məˌtɛmp /

noun

1. a temporary or freelance worker who accepts a series of short-term assignments, thereby continuing on a long-term basis without the benefits of a permanent employee.

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Etymology

Origin of permatemp

First recorded in 1990–95; perma(nent) ( def. ) + temp ( def. )

Example Sentences

Significantly, major university contracts in California and Oregon allow the regularization of permatemp faculty.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2022

This may inconvenience some, but that inconvenience is nothing compared to the hardship permatemp work inflicts upon faculty.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2022

The rise of the blue collar permatemp helps explain one of the most troubling aspects of the recovery.

From Time • Jun. 27, 2013

A former Microsoft permatemp, Courtney is the founder of WashTech, a new union trying to organize high-tech workers.

From Time Magazine Archive