Stint

usgb/stɪnt/
noun

A set period of time during which a person works at something.

She did a stint as a bartender before becoming a lawyer.
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Often appears as...

  • do a stint
  • brief stint
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Temporary Role

A work stint often refers to temporary or short-term employment, rather than a long-term position.

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She completed a six-month stint at the design firm.
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Experience Variety

Stints can imply a variety of experiences or jobs in a person's career.

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His resume shows stints in teaching, editing, and writing.
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Not Always Professional

Stints may also refer to periods spent on activities other than professional work.

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Martha's two-year stint volunteering abroad was fulfilling.
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