Gladys Said:

What should I expect when going to an employment agency?

We Answered:

That's great. Going to an agency is a good idea and really a breeze. It's just time consuming. I've been to many myself. The people there all want to help you because they get paid when you get paid. Make an appointment and dress nice. They will hand you man forms to fill out including a W-2. Then you will have to watch a workplace safety video for about 15 minutes and take a test on what you learned, so pay attention. Then they will ask you what your interested it doing, and be sure to bring a resume if you can. Tell them your qualifications and any specific companies you want to work for. Chances are they already work with most major companies in your city. Then they will ask you to take a typing test and any other PC software test you feel you know well. You can take free tutorials there any time on any PC program you think will help you get ahead. Then they will make some calls, and possibly set you up with a job before you leave. In times when you're in between jobs with the agency you have to wake up early and call right away to get any jobs that just became available. It's like clocking in. Otherwise they'll for get about you. Good luck.