ENThe paper investigates temporary employment as an effective way of organizing work when companies need new employees due to the need for temporary jobs or the need to substitute existing employees. Temporary employment agencies relieve temporary work users, i.e. business companies, from the complex and costly recruitment and employment procedures and help people looking for work find at least a temporary job. The article examines the theoretical aspects of temporary employment, with a focus on the key benefits of temporary employment, such as flexibility and efficiency in work organization. An analysis of the legal framework for temporary employment in the EU was carried out. Statistics show that temporary employment in the EU and in the case of Lithuania contributes significantly to reducing unemployment. It has been analysed how temporary employment can help higher education institutions collaborate with companies in training professionals. Keywords: Temporary employment, work organization flexibility, unemployment rate. [From the publication]