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Haznizah · 24 Jan 2025
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I’m currently in a contract job, and I’m wondering if there’s a real possibility of becoming permanent once the contract ends. Has anyone here had that experience? I’ve been doing my best, contributing to the team, and getting along well with everyone. But I’m not sure if companies typically offer permanent positions after the contract period. I’d love to hear your experiences—did your contract role turn into a permanent one, or was it just for the short term?
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Ameerah Razak · 24 Jan 2025
Some companies do offer permanent positions if they’re happy with your work and if there’s a need for your role to continue. But it really depends on the company and their budget. Keep doing your best, stay proactive, and maybe check in with your manager towards the end of your contract to see where things stand!
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Hari Harran · 24 Jan 2025
It’s definitely possible for a contract to turn into a permanent position if the company sees you as a good fit and there's a need for the role to continue. Just make sure to keep communicating with your manager about your interest in staying on long-term and continue building good relationships with the team. Sometimes it comes down to timing and the company's situation too.
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Izwan Ibrahim · 24 Jan 2025
Great question! I’ve been in contract roles where it turned into permanent work, and other times it was just a short-term gig. It really depends on the company and whether they have the budget or need for a permanent role after your contract ends. Just keep doing what you’re doing—being a good team player and contributing to the company will definitely help your case when the time comes!
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