A short-term position is a temporary job that can last from one day to about one month. You are assigned specific duties, and then you are finished after the allotted time is up. A long-term position is often considered to last beyond six weeks, or if you work more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period. These jobs can involve more responsibilities and a consistent schedule, depending on the nature of the work. A part-time job can be either short-term or long-term. Part-time employees work less than forty hours a week, but a full-time employee typically works 40 hours per week every week, and often receives benefits.