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title: Beyond Interns, Temps and Freelancers - Improve Entry-Level Hiring Outcomes
description: The gig-to-career model has gained significant traction. Internships, freelance and temp engagements aren't the only way to recruit entry-level talent. Try out the top human resources trend of 2018 to evaluate and hire college students and recent graduates.
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# Beyond Interns, Temps, and Freelancers

How the gig-to-career model improves hiring effectiveness for recent college grads

The gig-to-career model has gained significant traction for hiring college students and recent graduates as companies recognize that major, academic pedigree, and GPA do not predict career success or fit.

In 2018, human resource leaders recognized that short-term professional assignments can be used as a more effective way to identify and hire candidates, especially those from diverse or non-traditional backgrounds.

**The most effective HR thought leaders use Micro-Internships to:**

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- [Build their entry-level talent pipeline](https://info.parkerdewey.com/internships-101)
- Ensure fit and improve retention
- Drive sustainable diversity
- Support immediate talent needs

If your company is struggling with entry-level recruiting, it may be time supplement your internship program, temps and traditional freelance engagements with other initiatives that will help you connect with, evaluate, and hire students and other entry-level job seekers.

**Access our ebook to learn more about how you can develop the perfect entry-level hiring strategy for your company. **

 

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