trialjob

noun
UK /ˈtraɪəl dʒɒb/
US /ˈtraɪəl dʒɑːb/

A trial job is a short test job you do to see if you like the work.

She did a trial job at the bakery for one week before starting for real.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small task given to someone to check their skills.

The manager gave him a trial job to see how well he could fix the machine.

3. A temporary position that may become permanent.

After his trial job ended, the company hired him full-time.

4. A first attempt at a type of work.

Her trial job at the animal shelter made her want to become a vet.