Open to full-time opportunities? We’ve got you covered.

If you are open to full-time work, you can now find contract-to-hire opportunities on Upwork.

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This is how flexibility works now.

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Indicate your interest
Find your right fit by directly highlighting your goals and preferences for contract-to-hire opportunities on your profile.
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Search for opportunities
Search for jobs with contract-to-hire potential. A contract-to-hire opportunity starts with a short-term contract and has the potential to turn into a full-time job later.
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Work flexibly
Grow your skills on Upwork with more flexibility than ever for contract-to-hire opportunities.

Introducing Direct Contracts

With Upwork, your payment is safe and sound until you approve releasing it. No hassle. No Upwork account necessary.

Why contract-to-hire?

Maximize your long-term potential

If you want to work full-time with a client, search for jobs on Upwork that are contract-to-hire opportunities.

Get more of what you want

Find your right fit by directly highlighting your goals and preferences on your profile.

Work flexibly on Upwork

Get work on Upwork and know you have the flexibility to work short-term, long-term, and even go full-time with a client if it’s right.

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"If we're having good success with someone we hired on Upwork, I have every reason to continue—or increase—work with them."

—Shannon Zimmerman,Chief Revenue Officer, Summa Linguae

Frequently asked questions

What are contract-to-hire opportunities?

A contract-to-hire opportunity starts with a short-term contract and has the potential to turn into a full-time job later.

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How do I search for open contract-to-hire roles?

Within Upwork’s marketplace, you can filter any search for jobs with contract-to-hire potential. 

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Can clients convert contracts that didn’t begin as contract-to-hire?

Yes, clients can convert any contract - including those that did not start as a contract-to-hire job.

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Am I charged a fee if the contract converts to full-time?

No, talent pays no fees to convert. Clients do pay a fee.

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How do I indicate my interest in contract-to-hire opportunities?

Update your profile to show if you’re open to contract-to-hire opportunities.

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