The two main aspects of an employment relationship are exchange and membership. The corresponding organizational processes, allocation and socialization, are examined. The possible tensions between newcomer and oldtimers are linked to work and organizational cultures. The boundary- crossing of employees is related to the internal reward system and the external opportunity structure. The anticipated behaviour of employees is linked to different types of organizational and occupational segments, and implications for further research are suggested.
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