Worg Abroad Work in China

source：Teach Abroad time：2018-12-14 13:18:10 read:801

China has plenty to offer ambitious graduates seeking new cultural experiences. Find out what it's like to live and work in this Asian country

The growth of China's economy has been rapid and the country currently boasts the second largest economy in the world (behind the USA). While the rate of economic growth has slowed down in recent years, job prospects are generally good, although competition for graduate roles is fierce.

The 1.3 billion population enjoy a relatively low cost of living when compared to the UK, although this depends on location. Big cities such as a Shanghai and the capital Beijing are unsurprisingly more expensive.

The chance to experience a country and culture very different from their own is a huge attraction to foreigners considering working in China. To make life a little easier you may want to consider taking classes in Mandarin, as not only does a second language look great on your CV but it could also boost your chances of success when looking for work.

During your free time you'll be able to explore 5,000 years of history and culture. The Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace all in Beijing and the Terracotta Army in Xi'an are all worth a visit while you won't want to miss the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong and The Bund in Shanghai.

Jobs in China
For English speakers, job opportunities will mostly be in cities such Beijing and Shanghai - the business and industrial hubs of the country. Many multinational companies have their Asian headquarters in one of these east coast locations - as well as in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Tianjin.

The majority of expatriate workers in China find jobs with foreign-invested enterprises. Opportunities do exist with Chinese companies, but these usually require some knowledge of Mandarin.

Major industries in China include:
chemicals
consumer products
food processing
machine building
mining
technology
textiles

transport.

How to get a job in China
Summer jobs

Teaching jobs
English teaching jobs are one of the main sources of employment for international workers in China. Positions of this nature are a popular way for foreign workers to live and work in the country while earning a good salary.

Opportunities are plentiful as the demand for English language skills increases, so do vacancies. You'll work in high schools, universities and a growing number of private schools. Some vacancies may require a degree but at the very least you'll need to be a native English speaker or have a teaching English as a foreign language certificate such as TEFL or IELTS.