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U of T’s own internal short-term staffing service.

Support the University’s mission to foster a culture of inclusivity by hiring skilled, pre-screened candidates for a wide range of short-term roles.

UTemp has a range of talented staff available for short vacancies (less than 6 months casual contracts), such as peak periods, vacations or illnesses.

We handle each opportunity with a unique hands-on approach to ensure we find the best candidate for the job. We strive to create long-lasting and successful relationships by finding individuals with strong professional skills and work ethic.

Serving The University of Toronto’s tri-campus community, UTemp offers a wide range of temporary staffing solutions, including:

  • Student Services
  • Finance
  • Administrative (e.g. Receptionist / Executive Assistants)
  • Information Technology
  • Events Coordination
  • Marketing & Communications
  • And many more…

Benefits of hiring from UTemp

  • Many UTemp candidates have U of T experience and familiarity with U of T systems (e.g., ROSI, FIS, HRIS), ensuring a smooth transition and immediate productivity
  • We make sure candidates are ready for placement. UTemp candidates are thoroughly pre-screened, interviewed, and referenced for their first day of work
  • Payments are processed through the University’s convenient internal billing system, ensuring efficiency
  • Flat-rate tax-exempt billing rate includes sick days, statutory holidays, and benefits, offering excellent value
  • Wage rates are consistent with U of T policies and collective agreements
  • UTemp handles payroll processing for all candidates, making your staffing experience seamless.
  • Approximately 25% of our pool gets hired in appointed positions or transferred to 420s
  • Revenue generated by hiring from UTemp is reinvested into equity-related initiatives in the Division of People Strategy, Equity & Culture.

Client Testimonials

“The UTemp team is incredibly easy to work with and very responsive; they make my job easier. I’m happy to recommend their service.”

Ana Cardoso, Manager, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy

“We know we can rely upon UTemp for urgent help when staffing circumstances shift unexpectedly. The UTemp team consistently provides timely, responsive and reliable support with hiring and onboarding short term team members. The UTemp team members that have joined our department have been excellent and we are truly appreciative of our relationship with UTemp.”

Christopher McCarthy, Assistant Director, Services & Systems / Arts & Science Co-op, University of Toronto Scarborough


The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and perspectives.