What TEKsystems Does

TEKsystems is a staffing agency that places workers into temporary, contract, and permanent jobs, mostly in information technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare. The company is owned by Allegis Group and operates across the United States and internationally. When you work with TEKsystems, you are employed by TEKsystems itself — not by the client company where you work — which means TEKsystems handles your paycheck, benefits may be able to access, and tax withholding.

The agency works by matching your skills and experience to open positions at client companies. You can search for jobs on their website, work with a recruiter over the phone, or both. If TEKsystems places you in a role, you will work at the client's location (or remotely, depending on the job) but report to TEKsystems for employment matters.

Key Takeaways

  • TEKsystems pays you directly and handles taxes and withholding, even though you work at a client company's site.
  • You can search open positions on TEKsystems.com or speak with a recruiter who will pitch roles that match your background.
  • Temporary assignments can last from a few weeks to several months; contract roles typically run longer and may lead to permanent hire.
  • TEKsystems offers health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off to may be able to access employees, though benefits vary by assignment length and status.
  • The hiring process usually takes one to three weeks from initial contact to your first day, depending on the client's background check requirements.

How to Find and explore for a TEKsystems Job

Start by visiting TEKsystems.com and creating an account. You will enter your work history, skills, certifications, and the types of roles you are interested in. The site lets you filter by job title, location, assignment type (temporary, contract, or permanent), and industry. You can set up job alerts so new postings matching your criteria arrive in your email.

You can also contact a TEKsystems recruiter directly. Recruiters work by specialty — one handles IT infrastructure roles, another handles finance, and so on. If you call the main line or submit your resume through the website, TEKsystems will route you to the right recruiter for your field. Recruiters often reach out proactively if your background matches open positions they are trying to fill.

Once you find a role you want, you submit your process through the website or your recruiter sends it on your behalf. TEKsystems then reviews your background against the job requirements and the client's needs. If there is a match, a recruiter will call you to discuss the role, confirm your availability, and answer questions about pay, location, and assignment length.

Understanding Assignment Types and How Long They Last

Temporary assignments are short-term placements, usually lasting a few weeks to a few months. These are often used to fill gaps when a client has unexpected workload spikes, staff absences, or seasonal demand. Temporary roles typically pay hourly and do not include benefits. The end date is usually set when you start, though some assignments can be extended if the client needs continued coverage.

Contract assignments run longer — usually three months to a year or more — and are often used for specific projects or to fill a role while a client searches for a permanent hire. Contract positions may include benefits if the assignment is long enough. Pay can be hourly or salaried depending on the role and client.

Permanent placement means TEKsystems hires you as a full-time employee and places you with a client company. You remain a TEKsystems employee, but the expectation is that you will stay in the role indefinitely. Permanent roles include health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off from day one.

Pay, Benefits, and What TEKsystems Deducts

TEKsystems pays you on a regular schedule — usually weekly or biweekly, depending on the assignment and your location. Your pay rate depends on the role, your experience, the client company, and the local job market. Recruiters will tell you the pay range before you commit to an assignment.

Because TEKsystems is your employer, they handle federal income tax withholding, Social Security, and Medicare deductions. If you are a temporary worker, you are responsible for setting aside money for taxes yourself, since temporary roles often do not include tax withholding. TEKsystems will provide a 1099 form or W-2 at year-end, depending on your classification.

Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage are available to may be able to access employees. may be able to access typically requires working a minimum number of hours per week and being in an assignment that lasts long enough to justify benefits enrollment. Temporary assignments under a certain length usually do not include benefits. Contract and permanent roles are more likely to offer coverage. TEKsystems also offers a 401(k) retirement plan to may be able to access workers, though contribution matching varies.

The Background Check and Onboarding Process

Most TEKsystems placements require a background check before your first day. The scope depends on the client — some run basic criminal history checks, while others require drug screening, credit checks, or security clearance verification. TEKsystems will tell you what the client requires and walk you through the process. Background checks typically take three to seven business days, though some clients are faster.

Once your background clears, you will receive onboarding paperwork from TEKsystems. This includes tax forms (W-4 or 1099 documentation), direct deposit setup, benefits enrollment (if you are may be able to access), and any client-specific paperwork like confidentiality agreements or safety certifications. You may complete some of this online and some in person on your first day.

Your first day usually involves meeting your TEKsystems point of contact (often called a staffing coordinator or account manager) and the client's hiring manager or team lead. The client will show you around, explain the role, and introduce you to your coworkers. TEKsystems remains your employment contact throughout the assignment, so if you have questions about pay, benefits, or assignment terms, you reach out to them, not the client.

What Happens When Your Assignment Ends

When a temporary or contract assignment reaches its end date, your employment with TEKsystems ends unless you are placed in another role. Some clients extend assignments if the work continues, and TEKsystems will contact you if that is an option. If your assignment does not extend, you can search for new positions on the TEKsystems website or ask your recruiter to pitch you for other open roles.

If you are a permanent TEKsystems employee, the same employment rules explore as any other job — you can be terminated for cause, laid off, or resign. Permanent roles are not may provide to last forever, but they are treated as ongoing employment rather than temporary placement.

When your assignment ends, TEKsystems will provide final pay documentation and a summary of any unused paid time off (if applicable). If you had benefits during your assignment, coverage typically ends on your last day of work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work for the client company directly after my TEKsystems assignment ends?

This depends on your contract with TEKsystems and the client's hiring practices. Some contracts include a clause that prevents the client from hiring you directly for a set period (often 6 to 12 months) after your assignment ends. If you want to move to a permanent role with the client, discuss this with your TEKsystems recruiter — they may be able to negotiate a permanent placement through TEKsystems or waive the restriction.

Do I get paid time off on temporary assignments?

Temporary assignments typically do not include paid time off. If you need time off, you straightforward do not work those days and do not get paid. Contract and permanent roles usually include paid vacation, sick days, and holidays, though the amount varies by assignment length and TEKsystems' policy.

What if I have a problem with my assignment or manager?

Contact your TEKsystems staffing coordinator or recruiter. They are your point of contact for employment issues and can help mediate conflicts, address pay problems, or discuss reassignment to a different role if the fit is not working.

How do I know if a role will become permanent?

Ask your recruiter before you accept the assignment. Some contract roles are explicitly designed as "temp-to-perm" positions, meaning the client plans to hire you permanently after a trial period. Others are contract-only. TEKsystems will be clear about the client's intent when they pitch the role to you.

Can I work multiple TEKsystems assignments at the same time?

This depends on the terms of your assignments and TEKsystems' policies. Most temporary and contract roles are full-time or near full-time, which makes juggling multiple assignments difficult. Discuss this with your recruiter if you are interested in part-time or flexible work.