Randstad

I hate that I’m writing this review about such a great Franchise. I’m from Chicago, recently moved to New York. Randstad in Chicago helped keep me employed on temp assignments in Chicago and found me my previous full-​time job. They highly recommended me to the New York branch.
The initial relationship started 8 months ago, hoping they could get me into New York quicker. After hearing nothing from them for 5 months, I sent my updated resume just before coming into New York.
One guy did get back to me and sent my resume into the client. However, he never returned my calls nor emails for a follow up. Giving them the benefit of the doubt, knowing the great experience I had in Chicago, I called them to set up an in person introduction.
Long story short, they said they would schedule it but didn’t. I don’t chase after people. There are numerous staffing companies in New York and currently I’m working with one. My background and resume is very experienced.
I felt disrespected. I felt as if I was the one begging. I felt as if I didn’t want to reach out again because they would write me off as a «unemployed stocker.»
Maybe your experience will be different and I hope it is. Randstad as a franchise is an awesome staffing company, but this office doesn’t represent it well, from personal experiences.
Good luck in your job search.

A job interview is not a job offer.
I did secure a job interview with a recognizable top tier company through this agency.
I was quizzed by the rep before the interview which I found reassuring.
I interview well but I can always fine tune my presentation.
The sales rep insisted I call her back after the meeting to tell her how the interview went, which I did.
The rep wanted to know what questions were asked and how I answered each question.
I didnt realize at the time the rep was prying information from me to pass along to another (preferred) applicant to use during their interview, I thought the rep was being helpful!
A few days passed and the ranstand sales rep contacted me via email with a request for two additional references.
But I heard nothing else from randstand following this request so I called the rep who told me «the company is still interviewing», which means «you will not be offered a position».
I called back a few times after to ask about the hiring process (or any other available positions) and my calls were screened rudely”“is she expecting your call”? a colleague asked me.
Ranstand moved offices during this time and while moving they were completely unreachable via phone or email.
«unprofessional» is the word I would use to describe this «agency».

My first initial thought of this company was good the guy seemed like he was really wanted to help me find a job, but when I tried to contact him about the job we discussed I got no response. I gave up on asking Him and just continue with my job search. Every person that I contacted at this company NEVER responded back. How do you run a staffing firm and never respond to anyone. Don’t waste your time applying for jobs here you never hear back from them.

Stay away from this agency! They don’t return your calls. What I found out they screen there calls, so for those of you who call during business hours and they don’t pick up that’s what happening: I saw it first hand while registering because everyone sits right there in a huddle.

I don’t know what to say! I met with one of the recruiters and she was nice, coached me through all the interviews. Got good news than last minute she calls me and said the company made a decision to hire someone they knew instead. Lauren is a complete joke. She simply does not care and ignores your emails.

My initial experience was great. They called me the next day and the person who I spoke on the phone with was really friendly. Asked me a couple of questions and went in for an interview the next day. The office was unusually empty with only about 5 people working, but silly me paid no mind. Spoke for a bit in person and told me I would be a great fit for their client and that she gets numerous of open positions on the daily. After this interaction I have NEVER heard from them again. Not responsive to emails AT ALL and when I phoned them I really think they were thinking ‘oh crap it’s her’ because she was definitely unprofessional and very different from my previous interactions with her. Overall I don’t recommend this agency. I mean at least have the decency to email back. Being the largest staffing agency on wikipedia doesn’t really mean anything.

So I’ve submitted my resume in October 2012 and it is now May 2013 and I haven’t gotten a single position through this company. My contact was Melissa Rosza and she seldom responds to any of my e-​mail inquiries about positions posted on their job board and when she did it was to say the position has been filled.
I’m in contact with multiple agencies that took initiative to at least set me up with some interviews. I have multiple competencies in different industries which makes me very marketable so she is either lazy or just doesnt give a damn in my eyes. My recommendation is to stay clear of this company because they are poor communicators and just a waste of energy and time.

I have been out of work for sometime just like others. I have worked with D&T Accenture and Brown Brothers. This company never calls never has anything available and never thinks of calling when they have something available. Very upset that I called about a posting and they stated they have already sent over the amount of resumes but will think of me for next time. The one thing is I feel that agencies need to be honest and this place like others are useless ! Dont waste your time very unprofessional !

My only experience with them so far has been speaking on the phone, but both of the people I’ve spoken with were amazingly pleasant and receptive! I have a friend who has worked through them for years and loves them. I can now see why!

Found me a job awhile back that led to permanency. Lasted about 2 years though, but they are professional and friendly. I took a typing test which didn’t last long.

This is one of the better staffing agencies that I’ve encountered in my adult life. Occassionally I receive calls where I am kept posted of openings that match my background and goals. The phone calls are not scripted and not montone which are somewhat sincere in helping me succeed professionally.