job work

American  

noun

1. miscellaneous printing work, as distinguished from books, periodicals, etc.

2. work done by the job.

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Etymology

Origin of job work

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

He could make that job work for him, but it’s a hard position.

From Los Angeles Times

Is there some scenario or financial planning trick I am overlooking here that could make this new job work?

From Slate

Families can continue to work remotely at their current job, work at a local small or medium sized business, or start a business in the local area — which would allow them to apply for even more financial support.

From Seattle Times

Exonerated prisoners in Michigan are eligible for up to a year of housing and two years of other services, such as help finding a job, work clothes and tools, prosecutors said.

From New York Times

You take that time off from your regular job, work on a concrete strategic challenge that a nonprofit organization is facing and provide concrete deliverables that truly drive impact.

From Reuters