Permatemp

I just found out the actual term for what I am.  I stumbled across this article today http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Permatemp and it describes fairly accurately the situation and culture of my current position.  As the article states, it feels similar to that of a caste-like system with tight restrictions on benefits towards permatemps.  Even though the manager of my department had created some loopholes to allow me some of these benefits, this clear distinction is evident in my day to day job.  The work is fun and challenging, my colleagues have great personalities and are very accommodating, but the system is flawed and inherently decreases the morale of the non-regulars.  Half of my department consists of these "permatemps".  I'm not necessarily unhappy with my current position but I can see myself in a better position.  We will see...