Contemporaries Incorporated

11/25/2008 Posted by lipstique

During these difficult economic times it is refreshing to be a member of Contemporaries' temporary workforce. This is one agency that has a team of employment counselors that have vast years of experience. They are realistic and honest with their employees. It has been my pleasure to be one of their contract employees for almost a year. Contemporaries has consistently found assignments for me when other well-known agencies that I have worked for have not. Even when Contemporaries has not had a position for me, the staff has consistently kept in contact and even suggested that I register with other agencies. After following a staff member's advice and registering with one of the largest agencies in Boston, I decided that I preferred the personal approach at Contemporaries. At the large agency I registered with, I became disillusioned and felt like one of hundreds of bodies applying for that one available position. In fact, the large agency told me that I could not possibly get the higher hourly rates that I was used to getting at Contemporaries. When times are tough, temporary employees do not mind having to make some concessions on their hourly rates when they are kept busy, but when they are only offered $10/hour jobs that pay $15/hour or better at Contemporaries, you know you are being taken advantage of. Contemporaries is one agency that is extremely loyal to its workforce. The staff will get you the best rates that they can. Unlike other well-known Boston agencies, Contemporaries IS NOT posting non-existent jobs on Craigslist to recruit new temporary workers. Contemporaries consistently and repeatedly uses its established temporary workforce. The staff will not forget about you after you complete your first assignment and then move onto the next warm body. This is an agency that will keep you busy if you want to work. Contemporaries has integrity; the staff has a personal approach. Hands down it is the best temporary employment agency.

Pros: employment counselors are realistic and honest

Cons: can't think of any

09/22/2008 Posted by WilsonRR

Four days after a whirlwind move back to the Boston area from the South, I found myself in need of a job. I wanted a job that would “make ends meet” in the financial arena, but also a job where I could use my current abilities while investing my work time in advancing my skill set. After “relearning” how public transportation works (on a Friday morning, no less), I walked into Contemporaries, Inc. where I was greeted calmly and professionally. After interviewing with one of the staff, I felt at ease that this was the agency that would find a placement that I would enjoy. The staff looked at my particular skill set and placed me at a major university the following Monday. All told, on my sixth full day in the Boston area, I was working a full-time job! And just weeks from that nerve-wracking, public transportation scouting, semi-bleak Friday, the university is offering me a permanent placement! If you are looking to work with an agency to quickly find a well-suited placement, I would highly recommend taking the trip to Boston Contemporaries. If you’re looking to hire a temp, look no further. Boston Contemporaries is committed to placing the right person in the vacancy you have! And really, what could be better than letting someone else do all the hard work?!?!

06/06/2008 Posted by leahp25

Moving from Dallas to Boston was an adventure. Finding a job in Boston was a nightmare. I spent countless hours online sending out my resume, never knowing if I'd even get a response, running around to interviews with rude, impersonal staffing agencies that had me fill out endless paperwork and then say "we'll be in contact soon". What a waste of time! The second I walked into Contemporaries Inc., I was greeted warmly, sat down, offered something to drink, and then had a great discussion with the #1 Recruiter in Boston regarding what I was looking for, not what they were looking for. Within days, not weeks, DAYS, Donna found a great match for both the company and I right in the Financial District! All party's involved couldn't be happier, and should I ever need assistance finding a job in Boston again, I'm not wasting my time, I'm going strait to Boston Contemporaries Inc.

Pros: Great customer service, timely staffing.

Cons: Small staff and office.

05/19/2008 Posted by SoxTime

When I came into Contemporaries, I told them that I just need to keep working until I started Graduate School in the fall. I’ve been with them for five months now and they’ve done just that. When my assignment at a local university was up they seamlessly got me another gig at very reputable real estate company downtown. I’ve got no complaints, the pay is good and I’ve even gotten to pad my resume. I’ve never used another agency, but I can say that the managers at both of my assignments have said that they are never using another company because “Contemporaries has the best temps.” Working mainly with interesting recent graduates, I see what they mean.

Pros: They have good jobs and the pay is pretty good

Cons: I'll have to think about it...

05/19/2008 Posted by bosbusprof

Thank you Contemporaries for helping me to advance my transitioning career. I found this company to be extremely helpful in my quest for a perfect fit position. The gentleman I spoke with was nothing less than professional while the rest of the staff made sure that I would be both confident and comfortable before making a placement. Searching for a job, any job, is tough. It is nice to know that this company cares about their employees and that they are willing to go the extra distance to make the best match, rather than just fill jobs with unhappy workers.

05/19/2008 Posted by elizabethrory1986

I went into Contemporaries two days ago and was extremely impressed by their professionalism and ability to place me quickly at a fitting position. When I walked through the door, I was immediately greeted by their administrative assistant who brought me in to meet with recruiters. They asked me what type of job I was looking for, when I would be available and how many hours, and my experience and skills. Promptly after receiving my resume and meeting with the recruiters, I was given a great job assignment. I start work tomorrow! None of the other four agencies I went to were able to get me an immediate placement. Although they might have appeared capable, being that they were bigger agencies, this smaller professional agency was the one able to give me the right opportunity.

Pros: experienced and talented staff

Cons: none

05/18/2008 Posted by pro714

As a recent client of Contemporaries Inc., I highly recommend them to any professional seeking either permanent or temporary employment. My first impressions were immediately positive. I was tested and interviewed by professionals who took the time to learn about me and my skills. Within days I was given an assignment with a terrific company in Cambridge. Throughout my placement, the staff kept in touch with me and the hiring manager to see that the placement was going well. Contemporaries, Inc. is a first rate placement firm run by experienced professionals who are highly skilled in "matching" the right person with the right employer. If you are looking for professional service, call Contemporaries, Inc. first!

Pros: Experienced and Very Professional Placement Staff

Cons: None

05/15/2008 Posted by jallegratsi

This agency was so disappointing due to the time I took to go there. It was a very dead office and a woman by herself by the name of Donna. She twice told me how the office is busy in the morning and afternoon which I found odd when I was there. Phone never rang and nor were there other people working in the office. Other agencies are far busier with activity. She said to me she would have me right out on an assignment which I have yet to go out on one. I believe this agency is not representative of what she wants you to believe so it was disappointing. It did not seem like a professional environment either and rather outdated. If you want immediate work I am not sure this would be the agency for you as there are nicer ones which you feel are really working for you.

Pros: I have decided to go elsewhere

Cons: lacked professionalism and had a feeling of a being too small

04/15/2008 Posted by featherwind

I have have a mid-sized Consulting business in the downtown Boston area, and have worked with a couple of the temp. agencies in the city past to supplement administrative help. However, I have not been pleased with the agencies I have worked with, as their temps. have been extremely missing the mark. Either, they did not understand the type of person I needed, or they themselves were too immature to really understand how I needed someone quick and sharp. So, I did my research to find Contemporaries, Inc. I recently called in for a temporary, and was right away impressed with the woman who I spoke with through the phone. I needed a temp. ASAP and the agency immediately provided me with a highly bright individual who was at my office first thing the following day. I also felt the agency was very fair with their pricing for such short-notice. I no doubt will work with Contemporaries forward, as they seem savvy and seasoned to understand the type of people I need for my business, especially on short-notice at times. So, without a doubt I would highly recommend them as an agency of choice. Really nice group to work with for sure!

Pros: Highly professional, real "can do" sense, and understands turnaround times clearly!

Cons: None so far!

04/15/2008 Posted by designmann

As a small firm that does big projects, our firm needs to have the best possible employees. Contemporaries has always sent us top individuals for temporary staffing and has had superb follow-up. Each person that was sent was bright, energetic and fully capable of doing the tasks needed. I would highly recommend Contemporaries to any company or institution in need of temporary assistance.

Pros: Quick response, thoughtful staffing selection and excellent follow-up

Cons: none