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High paying job in China. Job Search in China

A growing number of qualified professionals see China as an excellent country for temporary employment at competitive salaries. Considering that work in China for foreigners is paid quite well, this option may be of interest to many Russians. Moreover, the number of vacancies in China is growing every year. A significant part of them is available not only to those who know Chinese perfectly, but also to those who speak only Russian and English.

Standard of living in China

It is no secret that some of our fellow citizens are described on the basis of outdated stereotypes inspired by those times when the PRC was indeed a very poor country. But now, more than 30 years after the start of market reforms in China, this statement can be considered fundamentally wrong. Despite the fact that the population of this country exceeds 1.4 billion people, unemployment in China is at a low level (3.95% of the total number of able-bodied citizens).

The average salary in China as of 2017 is about $850 per month. At the same time, there is inequality in the incomes of residents of the largest metropolitan areas of the country (Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen) and citizens living in rural areas or remote provinces in the west of the country. If the average resident of the Chinese capital can count on a salary of $1,200, then for an employee of an agricultural enterprise, an income of $400-500 is considered quite acceptable.

Advantages and disadvantages of working in China

The main advantages for foreigners planning to find a job in China are the relatively high salary and the absence of difficulties in obtaining a work visa. Compared to Western European countries, not to mention the US and Canada, it will be much easier for a Russian citizen to obtain a temporary residence permit in China. In addition, some vacancies in the local labor market are available even to those who do not know Chinese.

The official working week in China is 40 hours. Some employers, with the consent of the trade union, increase it to 44 hours. However, this does not mean that the working day can automatically increase to 8.5 hours. It's only about Saturday. Violation of workload norms is punishable by a fine for the employer.

Among the obvious advantages of working in China, it is worth noting:

the opportunity to find a job in the specialty on more favorable terms than in Russia;
while working and living in China, you can significantly improve your knowledge of the local language, move up the career ladder faster or improve your professional skills;
unlike third world countries, living conditions in large cities of China are quite consistent with generally accepted standards.

Of course, along with the pluses of living in China, to complete the picture, it will be necessary to note the minuses. Among them it is worth highlighting:

employers often practice overtime;
to qualify for a good salary, you must meet high professional requirements;
difference in mentality with the locals.

Job search options

There are several ways to find a job in China. This can be done on your own, through an agency, or through government programs. It is best to look for a job in advance, while still in Russia. So the applicant will have more time to choose a suitable job and negotiate with the employer.

On one's own

If a citizen decides to look for a job in China himself, then for this you can use special Internet resources. As a rule, sites for job search in China are in English. Something suitable can be found on the forums or in social networks.

For example, in the most famous Russian-speaking online community "Eastern Hemisphere" there is a special section where current vacancies from different cities of China are regularly published. Also, one should not forget that on Russian employment sites quite often there are announcements about the search for employees who speak Chinese. Some of these vacancies are posted in order to find personnel to open a branch or representative office in China.

The most famous job search sites in China are:

ChinaJob
51com
Jhudson.cn

Through an agency

An alternative option for finding work in the PRC is employment through an intermediary. Usually this is an agency that receives its commission from each client who has found a job with their help. Such firms can be found both in Russia and in China.

The advantage of employment through an agency is that by concluding a formal contract, a citizen minimizes the risk associated with the fact that the expected vacancy after arriving at the place of work will already be filled. On the other hand, there is a danger that the agency may turn out to be a “one-day firm” and disappear, taking commissions from several hundred gullible citizens. Therefore, when hiring through an intermediary, it is always necessary to check the history of his activities. If the agency has only recently begun to provide its services, this is a serious reason to think about its reliability.

With the help of state and international programs

The most convenient way to find a job in China is to participate in official employment programs initiated by the Chinese government. This provides an additional guarantee that there will be no problems after arriving in the country. A participant in the state program for the employment of foreign citizens has the right to count on timely and high wages, free accommodation, social protection for the entire stay in China, as well as assistance in settling in a new place.

A few years ago, the Teach in China program was established by the PRC government to teach foreign languages to local students. Given that citizens of the United States, Great Britain or France are unlikely to be interested in the level of pay in Chinese schools and kindergartens, not only native speakers are invited to participate in this program, but also those who speak it at a level sufficient for teaching. For many Russian citizens who do not have problems with English, Teach in China provides an opportunity to find a job in China for a fairly high salary - about 1200 US dollars per month.

Applicants for the program are required to:

age - from 18 to 35 years;
the presence of an international certificate TESOL, confirming the knowledge of English at the level necessary for teaching;
the presence of an international passport, the validity of which exceeds the expected period of work in the PRC;
availability of a medical certificate confirming the absence of infectious and dangerous diseases;
no criminal record;
neat appearance.

Unlike many other foreign nationals working in China, Teach in China participants do not have to spend part of their salary on living expenses. Accommodation will be provided free of charge while working. In addition, teachers are provided with meals on weekdays. The duration of the program is from 6 to 12 months (one or two semesters).

If you do not have a TESOL certificate, you must first obtain it via the Internet by completing 120-hour courses and passing an exam. Registration of the document will cost about 200-250 dollars.

Au Pair

Another common employment program in China is the work of a child caregiver with homestay. Usually those parents who want their child to learn a foreign language from an early age are interested in hiring an Au Pair. Therefore, citizens of the Russian Federation who are fluent in English or French can easily get a job as an educator.

To participate in the Au Pair program, you must meet the following requirements:

an unmarried woman between the ages of 18 and 30 with no children;
level of English proficiency - not lower than Upper Intermediate (it is desirable to have a certificate);
completed secondary education;
no criminal record;
medical certificate of the established form;
experience working with children;
neat appearance.

The salary for a live-in caregiver can range from $300 to $500. Meals and medical insurance are provided by the employer. Under the terms of the program, the caregiver must look after the child for no more than 3 hours each evening and no more than 30 hours during the whole week. One day a week the employee is given as a day off.

Popular specialties among foreigners

According to statistics, there are about 20-25 thousand Russian citizens in China on a permanent or temporary basis. Excluding diplomats and their families, the majority came to China for the purpose of finding employment or starting a business.

Among the most demanded specialties in China, for which Russians are willingly accepted, it is worth highlighting:

teacher of English or Russian;
an employee of a trading company (purchase and quality control of goods imported to Russia);
artists of different genres (circus gymnasts, show-ballet dancers, magicians, singers, musicians);
models (girls and boys);
educators (with knowledge of English or French);
trainers in fitness centers;
programmers;
civil aviation pilots;
doctors, pharmaceutical specialists.

Without knowledge of the language

Despite the fact that Russian citizens who are fluent in Chinese or English have an obvious advantage in finding vacancies, working without knowing the language in China is also quite possible. We are talking, first of all, about those professions where the need for linguistic communication with local residents is limited or not required. These vacancies include:

musicians, singers;
dancers, circus artists;
models;
cooks;
employees of branches of Russian companies.

In the service sector

For citizens with professional qualifications in the field of entertainment and related professions, China will certainly be very interesting. In this country, you can always find free vacancies to work as a fitness center trainer, orchestra musician, show ballet dancer. In addition, DJs in nightclubs, as well as professional photographers, are in demand in China.

In most cases, you need to look for such vacancies on your own, through forums, dating or social networks. It is also useful to regularly review the list of proposed work abroad on specialized sites.

Regarding such work in the service sector as a hostess or a model in a nightclub, these proposals should be approached very carefully. If a girl does not want to find herself in a foreign country in an ambiguous situation, when instead of working as a model she is offered to engage in an older profession, such proposals should be avoided. The only exceptions are proven employers who have a state license and provide a contract with clearly defined responsibilities.

In the field of catering

It is wrong to believe that in China, vacancies for girls from Russia and other CIS countries are represented only by dancers and models. It is easy to find a job as a cook or pastry chef in this country. And not necessarily in a Russian restaurant. Professionals are needed everywhere. In Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou, a huge number of a wide variety of European cuisine establishments are open. And if the job applicant has high professional skills, he can easily become a cook in a hot or cold shop with a monthly salary of $1,200.

Working professions

Since China has a huge labor force, looking for unskilled work in this country is hardly a good idea. A foreigner can only be helped by a diploma of a technical or construction university. Currently, finding a job as an engineer with a salary of $2,000 or more per month in China is easier than in most regions of the Russian Federation. Of course, this applies only to highly qualified specialists with extensive experience.

If we are talking about working specialties in the field of construction - welders, electricians, metro builders, then such vacancies must be sought in advance, while still in Russia<. Как правило, если китайская компания испытывает необходимость в иностранных специалистах, то она самостоятельно занимается поисками персонала. The salary level for skilled workers in China is from $1,000 per month.

teacher

As practice shows, the easiest way to find a job in China is as an English teacher. Those Russians who are fluent in the skills of teaching foreign languages and have taken care of obtaining a certificate confirming this can easily count on a salary of $ 1,200. English teachers are in demand in private schools, language courses and kindergartens.

A Russian language teacher can also find a suitable job in their specialty. And not only as a teacher, but also as a translator. Do not forget that a significant part of the goods manufactured in China is then sent to Russia. Therefore, many Chinese manufacturers need technical translators for their products.

Pilot

Recently, Russia and other CIS countries have faced an unexpected problem: civil aviation specialists have begun to be lured to higher salaries in China, Vietnam and South Korea. The motives of the aviators are easy to understand. Working in China as a pilot of a passenger airliner is paid at the level of 10 thousand dollars a month. This amount is received by the commander of the ship, who speaks English and has permission to fly Boeing or Airbus aircraft. A co-pilot working for China Airlines can expect to earn as much as $5,000 with upside potential.

Given that these amounts exceed the wages that pilots receive in the CIS countries, many pilots are seriously considering the possibility of employment abroad.

Model

Models of European appearance are traditionally in demand in China. This does not only apply to girls. Working as a model for guys is also quite real. There are several large modeling agencies in Shanghai, Beijing and Guangzhou, which conclude annual or semi-annual contracts for shows, shooting for clothing catalogs, as well as for work at exhibitions.

In most cases, models are offered a piecework payment - for each exit to the podium or for a photo shoot. In some cases, an employer hires a model for a monthly salary of $1,500 to $2,000. As a rule, novice models agree to a monthly payment. Despite the fact that this option seems to be more stable, it has a significant drawback: the work load in this case can be several times higher than the amount offered for the same amount on a piecework basis.

Salaries by industry

Unlike Russia, where the minimum wage is valid throughout the country, it is set separately for each province. As of 2017, the monthly wage level of an employee must not be less than 1,500 yuan (13,600 rubles). However, this amount is applicable only in the outlying western provinces. In the developed industrial regions of the east and south of China the minimum wage ranges from 2,000 to 2,500 yuan (18,132 - 22,665 rubles).

The average level of wages by industry is:

2500-3500 dollars - specialists working in high-tech companies;
2000-2700 dollars - bank employees;
1000-1500 dollars - builders;
1000-1500 dollars - employees of wholesale and retail trade enterprises;
1000-1300 dollars - transport workers;
500-800 dollars - agricultural workers.

Features of an internship in China

Gaining work experience in China is very useful for a future career. First, a person improves his level of Chinese language proficiency. Secondly, he gains additional experience, which can later be used at a new workplace already in Russia. Thirdly, an additional line in the resume, indicating that the applicant for the vacancy had work experience in China in his specialty, improves the chances of getting a high-paying position.

For undergraduate students, you can sign up for an internship in China through your educational institution. Many Russian universities have bilateral student exchange programs. If we are talking about a graduate student, then he will be able to enter a doctoral program at one of the universities of the PRC only if he is fluent in Chinese and after passing the qualifying exam.

Higher education graduates with no work experience can get an excellent opportunity to get an internship by signing up for an internship at one of the private enterprises. Current programs for attracting young professionals from abroad can be found on the Internet or by contacting the Chinese Embassy with a request. The duration of the internship can be from 3 to 12 months. During its passage, the trainee receives free housing and a salary in the equivalent of 300 to 700 dollars.

According to the rules in force in the PRC, students of the 4th or 5th year of study, as well as university graduates who completed their studies no later than two years before applying, can count on an internship.

Stages of official employment

The presence of a suitable vacancy in China does not yet guarantee official registration under the contract. The citizen will have to follow a certain procedure. It consists of the following steps:

receiving an invitation from employers;
collection of documents for the embassy;
obtaining a work visa category Z;
arrival in China;
registration of a work book of a local sample;
obtaining a residence permit (if the planned period of work exceeds the duration of the issued visa).

Applying for a work visa

For obtaining permission to enter China, Russian citizens must apply to the consulate that is closest to the official place of registration. Diplomatic missions of the People's Republic of China operate:

in Moscow;
in St. Petersburg;
in Irkutsk;
in Khabarovsk.

The cost of a Z1/Z2 visa category (valid for more or less than 180 days) ranges from 4,200 to 9,900 rubles, depending on the urgency of processing. The exit corridor is 3 months. If a citizen was unable to cross the border within the specified period, the entry permit is cancelled.

List of documents

The list of certificates and certificates required for arrival in China is as follows:

international passport, the validity of which is 2-3 months longer than the term of the requested visa;
an application form of the established form (you can download it on the website of the Chinese Embassy in Moscow);
three photos measuring 3.5 by 4.5 cm, taken no later than 6 months before the submission of documents;
original invitation from a Chinese employer;
original or copy of the employment contract;
a photocopy of a diploma or certificate confirming the necessary professional skills;
medical certificate confirming the absence of infectious and other dangerous diseases.

Requirements for the applicant

Despite the fact that in Chinese consulates the percentage of refusals to issue work visas for Russians is much less than in the diplomatic missions of a number of Western countries, this does not mean that permission to enter the PRC is issued automatically. Inconsistency of the documents with the requirements of the embassy or the emergence of doubts about the identity of the applicant may well lead to the fact that the requested visa will not be issued.

If a citizen of the Russian Federation in the submitted documents indicated that he was going to get a job with knowledge of the Chinese language, but could not provide a certificate confirming the language proficiency at the required level, this may be the reason for refusing to issue a visa. The same applies to those cases where the applicant did not attach to the list of documents a copy of the university diploma or a certificate of completion of training courses.

Is it possible to extend

To continue the validity of a work visa, a Russian citizen needs to contact the local Public Security Bureau (Chinese analogue of the migration service). This must be done no later than 30 days before the expiry date of the issued visa. An application for an extension is written on a special form, which can be obtained by contacting the Bureau.

Together with the application, the citizen must submit all the documents he has that were previously submitted for obtaining a visa. Particular attention should be paid to the employment contract. At the time of applying to the Public Security Bureau, it should already be extended.

How to organize your own business as an expat

China is a huge market. The presence in this country of almost one and a half billion people makes promising not only the import of products, but also its production. Of course, there are also disadvantages in the form of huge competition and cheap cost of goods made by local factories. However, many people are thinking about opening a business in China for Russians.

What is required to register your company in China? First you need to decide on the format of the future enterprise. You can register:

company with foreign investments - WFOE (Wholly Foreign Owned Entity);
joint venture.

You also need to choose in advance exactly where you want to open a company. For example, registering a company in Hong Kong and on the mainland of the PRC have differences in the taxation procedure. Despite the fact that Hong Kong has a significantly lower tax rate than the rest of China, business development here is limited by the high cost of rent and the level of staff salaries.

Having decided to open a business in China, a Russian citizen does not need to worry about poor knowledge of the Chinese language. The presence of a significant amount of investment will solve problems not only with a visa and company registration, but also with a residence permit.

Consequences for illegal immigrants

China is not a country where Russians seek to enter illegally. However, it is very easy to get the status of a violator of local migration laws here. To do this, it is enough to overstay a tourist or work visa. In addition, you can get deported from the PRC for trying to find a job without a permit.

The penalties for violating immigration laws in China are quite severe. Lack of registration or residence on an expired visa will result in a fine of 2,000 yuan (18,227 rubles) for a foreigner, followed by deportation. Illegal work in China increases the maximum fine from 5,000 to 10,000 yuan.

Today we’ll talk about how to find a job in China as an English teacher, how much you can really earn and where to actually start looking for a job? Also at the end of the article you can download useful materials. Finding a job in China is easier than you might think.

Why did you choose to work in China and not in the US?

During the last trip, there was a clear realization that I wanted to fly to another country for a long time, live, work, and save money. It was not so important what kind of work to do, but I wanted to live surrounded by beautiful nature, so that there were mountains nearby. The choice was made in favor of Alaska and the northern territories of Canada. The region is extremely interesting for me, but life is a funny thing, and when the trip was coming to an end, one good person and an avid traveler spoke about the option of finding a job in China. A few days later, having comprehended everything, I realized that working in China at the moment is the best option. The only thing left was to find a job.

Work in China for Russians. Vacancy English teacher

Probably the most popular job in China in recent years, not only for Russians, is an English teacher. Today, learning English is a trend in China. Even young children, having recently learned to speak their native language, start learning English. It should be clarified that in China they are mainly looking for people who initially speak English. Americans, Australians, British, residents of South Africa and New Zealand, frequent guests in China. Working conditions for them are better than for Russians and residents of other countries. An important role is played by the presence of certificates such as TEFL and the like. We are with you consider the option how to find a job in China as an English teacher, having no experience teacher work, not having certificates and not natively speaking English. It turns out it's pretty simple.

Working as a teacher in China. Working conditions

It should be said right away that it took about 10 days to find a job in China for the vacancy of an English teacher. Here are the conditions that were offered to me and which I accepted:

10 month work contract
5500 yuan per month (if you wish, you can earn more. Both legally and illegally)
refund of the cost of air tickets, 5000 yuan (after the expiration of the contract)
the apartment is paid by the inviting party (as a rule, you pay only the costs of utilities and the Internet. In my case, all bills are paid by the school)
insurance included
60 yuan per hour for processing

Update. May, 2017

Since May 2017, he got a new job at a training school on much better conditions. In detail in this article he told why he decided to change the company, what conditions were offered and how to get a job there.

Website for job search in China

In order to find a job in China for an English teacher, we need the following website: eslcafe.com/jobs/china/

I give you a link to the section on job search right in China as other sections offer to find jobs as a teacher in South Korea, Japan, as well as Argentina, Bolivia and many other countries. I will immediately make a small digression about finding a job as an English teacher in Japan and South Korea, and then we will go directly to the instructions.

Job Search in South Korea and Japan

On the specified site, you can see vacancies in the specialty of an English teacher, for employment in South Korea and Japan. As it turned out, in these countries people are looking for the so-called native speakers(that is, people for whom English is their native language). Salaries are good, but getting a job is much more difficult. Especially if you do not have teaching experience and special certificates. Below we will look at a way to avoid wasting time on schools that mistakenly send you job applications, believing that you are a native speaker.

Work in China for Russians. Detailed search instructions

Let's go to the site above. Before us is the job search section directly in China. You can immediately assess the level of salaries and offers. Regarding offers of 12-16,000 yuan, without experience teaching and innate English is not worth licking your lips at such salaries. At least until you gain experience. At 99% you will be offered a job as an English teacher for children 4-10 years old.

To summarize, for successful job search China needs three components:

Firm intention to go to China.
The level of English is sufficient to pass the interview.
Be able to write and post a resume

Work in China for Russians. Compiling and posting resumes

The screenshot shows how to proceed to posting a resume. By clicking on the link there will be a form that you need to fill out.

Step by step, write your own name, email to contact and receive offers. In Subject it is necessary to register title, how potential employers will find you. Please note that this page contains resumes of other applicants. The name can be borrowed from them. I also recommend indicate the country where you want to work.

Below the Subject field, you will have the option to place your summary. If you don't want to bother with creating your own resume or don't know how to do it, check out a screenshot of mine. It took less than half an hour to compile. I downloaded the first one I found on the Internet, indicated some information about myself and sent it.

Working as a teacher in China. Preparing for an interview

If you didn’t admit in your resume that you were flying to burn Chinese villages and rape Chinese women, expect the first offers from potential employers in your mailbox in a couple of days. You need to understand that not everyone is interested in you without teaching experience and certificates. Many, having learned that you are Russian-speaking by birth, will also refuse you. Our task at once weed out uninteresting employers.

To do this, using the Movavi Screen Capture program or similar programs, we record a short video where we talk about ourselves. There is no need to tell how much you love money, that the ruble is dead and that is why you are going to China. Tell me that you love children, there is a desire to join the Chinese culture ... your fantasy works no worse than mine, I'm sure you'll figure out what to say. The installation file of the program will also be in the archive. YouTube in China does not work for everyone, so it's better to upload your presentation to other video hosting sites.

We create letter template to respond to potential employers. This will save our time. When sending a template, do not forget to attach to the letter a link to a video presentation, a scan of a foreign passport, a photo (like a passport), a scan of a diploma and a resume. Thus, we leave only those employers who are really interested in us. We will work with them.

How to behave in an interview?

You are great, a lot has already been done to get a job in China. Left pass the interview and it's in the hat. I advise you not to attach excessive importance to the interview. Most likely, the interviewer will be a resident of China and, like you, will not be fluent in English. He or she is also a person and will experience some stress just like you. If the first interview is lumpy and due to excitement you get a polite refusal, remember, there are plenty of options. Try again and you'll get the job. Everything hinges on desire and ability fight your fears. And the most important advice - smile. A sincere smile, in this case, is half the battle.

The contract is yours, you got a job in China

Within a few days you will receive a response from the employer. If you manage to overcome the excitement at the interview, the answer will be positive. If the result is positive, you will be sent a contract, where point by point all the conditions of work will be listed. We re-read everything, clarify incomprehensible things, sign, forward and go to the Chinese embassy or consulate for a visa. How to get a visa to China, we will consider later, in a separate article.

If the answer is no, don't be discouraged. Try as many times as needed to get a positive result.

Assistance in finding a reliable employer in China

In the comments you can ask for contact details, I will send them to your mail. Most importantly, make sure you meet the requirements. In this case, you will have to work on an advance payment. Contacts are reliable.

I can also recommend you to a large training center in chengdu where he personally worked for 1 year. But the demands are high. You need fluent English, no obvious accent, positive energy, and most importantly, a firm intention to move to China for at least 1 year.

If you are ready to change your lifestyle and go to China, ask what contacts do you need(agent or training center) and your real work experience. If you are not sure, please do not ask for contacts. Let's not waste your time, or mine, or the people who are engaged in employment. Contacts of the training center in Chengdu are relevant for residents of Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. The company can help in obtaining a work visa for residents of Russia, while residents of Ukraine and Belarus, if they successfully pass all stages of the interview, will have to work on student or business visas.

Update for summer 2018. Temporarily I do not forward the contacts of the training center in Chengdu. At the moment they only need native English speakers

Detailed video about working in China. Answers to your questions.

A lot of questions have accumulated in the comments and many of them have begun to repeat themselves. big request, before asking a question about visa, employer requirements, working conditions, cost of renting housing, etc. Watch the video, it contains literally all the most important and popular questions that you sent in the comments. The video is lengthy, but it will give you a real idea of what to expect upon arrival in China. You will find it below the video. content by the minute.

how did you start teaching in China?, is it possible to find a job as a teacher in China without work experience? (minute 4.30), do you need to know Chinese for employment? (6.30), is it possible to get a job as a teacher of the Russian language? (8.00), how relevant is the study of other foreign languages (Spanish, French, German) for the Chinese? (9.30), what are the age limits for applicants? (10.30), how safe is it to get settled through intermediary companies and will you be kidnapped upon arrival in China? (12.30), is it normal if many conditions of employment are not spelled out in the contract? (12.50) how to make a video presentation for the employer and what to say? (15.30), contracts are concluded only for a year or are there for half a year? (18.30), are documents issued at the end of the contract confirming your work activity? (19.30), is it possible to continue studying in China while working as a teacher? (21.30), in which provinces is the air cleaner, what is the quality of the food and does the employer provide insurance? (23.00), are there smog problems in Chengdu and major cities? (26.00), cons of living in small towns in China? (27.30), are there European restaurants in small towns? (30.00), is there a demand for artists in China? Is it realistic to get a job? (31.30), how much does it take to pay bills? (32.30), what are the main differences between working in a comprehensive school and a training center? (34.00), is it possible to get a job at the training center where I work at the moment? (36.30), how to apply for a work visa to China? (37.00), is deportation real if you do not work on a work visa? (42.00), should you mention your nationality in your resume? (43.30) Is it possible to get a job if the actual experience is only a tutor? (44.30), what kind of accommodation does the employer provide? How much money do you need for the first time, to live up to the first salary? (45.30), the employer offers to start working on a student visa, then convert it to a work one. This is fine? (47.00), is it possible to get a work visa with a contract in hand? (48.00), how dangerous is it to work on a business visa? (49.00), contacts of the company for legalization of documents for a work visa and how much does it cost? (49.30), in which cities by the sea can you find work? (50.00), is it more difficult to get a job if you plan to fly to China with a child (51.30), do you need an invitation from an educational institution to apply for a tourist visa (52.00)

Update. September 2017. Another video with answers to your questions about China. All questions in this video are collected only from the comments sent by you. How could I answer them. I would be grateful if at the end of the video you took part in a survey on whether additional contacts of the employer are needed. It depends on your answers whether I should start looking for reliable employers or not.

how would you rate my chances? The desired salary is from 10,000 yuan (minute 00.30), is it possible to work as an English teacher without a higher education? (2.20), is experience directly in China necessary? (4.45), how important is emphasis in employment? (5.45), signed a contract with a recruiting company in Beijing. Will they really give me a job upon arrival? (7.00), if you invent work experience, will it increase the chances of getting a contract and a work visa? (8.40), can you spruce up your resume? (9.10), employers require a native speaker. How should I introduce myself? (10.30), I have an Asian appearance. Will there be any difficulty in getting a job? (11.30), tomorrow I have an interview. What questions to expect? (12.15), if there is no higher education, is it possible to get a job in kindergartens? (13.30), will they send me a paper version of the contract before flying to China? (14.50), is it possible to arrange children in kindergarten? (16.05), I have a presentation video. Could you take a look at them? (17.00), are there any familiar agencies that can issue a student visa if there is no invitation? (18.05), have cases of illegal immigrants caught in China really become more frequent? (18.30), I found a job as a Russian language teacher, but there are doubts (19.30), the employment contract was sent, but I have many questions (20.50), working illegally, is the signed contract valid? (21.30), do employers require TEFL or TOEFL (22.25), do I need to translate documents into English when sending a resume? (22.50), salary 10,000-11,000 yuan. Is this a normal salary by Chinese standards? What is the average salary and does it depend on the city? (23.50), what is the urgency of the vacancies? (26.05), the Chinese legally restrict the teaching of English to non-native speakers. Is it true? (27.25), how long will the English learning trend continue? (28.10), do you need additional contacts of employers for money (survey) (29.30)

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About how to find a job in China, you will best be told by acquaintances or relatives who personally searched for vacancies in China in 2017-2016 and are currently working in China. They were convinced from their own experience of the reality of getting a job in China for Russians, and they will be able to suggest how to act correctly. In addition, they may be aware of the latest job openings at their jobs in China.

You need to start looking for a job in China while still in Russia. Once you find a Chinese employer, you need to be issued with a valid work license. Based on the provided work license, you must apply for a work visa at the consular center at the place of residence. All this time you need to be in touch with the employer and the employee of the diplomatic department, because. The procedure for obtaining a work visa is rather complicated and has a number of unique differences (unlike other countries). Once you become the proud owner of a work visa and arrive in China, you should register within the first 24 hours and begin the process of obtaining a work permit at the labor office.

One of the best sources of information about fresh vacancies in China is social. networks, for example, you can find out about work in China for Russians (vacancies in 2017) by registering at linkedin.com. In addition, the Major Industrial Centers of China (Beijing, Shanghai) have their own social networks, where they post information about vacancies in China in 2017. Major Chinese companies FAW group, China National Petroleum Corporation or SAIC Motor) post information about new vacancies on their websites. Therefore, if you have the appropriate qualifications, you can send your resume to such companies.

When deciding to look for a job in China, it should be remembered that, despite the booming economy, Chinese salaries cannot be compared with incomes in Western Europe, the United States and Canada. However, the relatively low income is compensated by the invaluable experience gained in China, work experience abroad and low living expenses.

Jobs in China without knowing the language

For Russians who decide to go to work in China, the main difficulty is the knowledge of the Chinese language. This is the main problem when looking for a job, however, if you speak English at a good level, prestigious vacancies will be available to you. However, work in China for Russians without knowledge of foreign languages is also available. First of all, these are vacancies in Russian companies operating in China. In addition, it is possible to get a job as a Russian language teacher in China.

In addition to knowledge of the language, the main requirement for successful employment in China is a higher education diploma. In addition to a diploma, high qualifications and work experience will be a big advantage - there is an abundance of unskilled labor in China. Graduated engineers, representatives of various technical specialties, cooks, civil aviation pilots are especially in demand in China.

Today in China there is a special demand for teachers of English. This is due to the boom in learning English, everyone is learning it - from preschool children to adults who have taken place. Therefore, if you have a teaching diploma and you speak English well, you have a great chance to get a job as an English teacher in China, which is very well paid. By and large, a job as a teacher in China is considered prestigious and well paid. If you are looking for a job as a teacher in China, then such vacancies can be viewed on sites where vacancies are published.

In addition to publications about the availability of vacancies from direct employers, there are a huge number of recruiting companies in China where they will look for you for a suitable job for a fee. Such agencies should be treated very carefully, and, if possible, contact trusted and well-reviewed agencies from acquaintances.

Jobs in China for girls

It is quite easy for girls to find a job in China. The areas of activity where a girl can find a good job for herself are quite diverse:

entertainment industry;

Service sector;

culture;

Education;

IT sphere.

There are plenty of vacancies for a girl to quickly find a job in China. The main condition is the presence of professional skills, decency and knowledge of languages. However, there are vacancies, having received which a girl can work in China without knowing the language. The owners of a bright, attractive appearance have the greatest chances to find a job in China; such girls are happy to be hired in all areas of activity.

For attractive girls, there are always vacancies in modeling agencies, nightclubs, entertainment shows. Working as a model or dancer in China pays well. However, working in such institutions can be associated with unpleasant moments. Even with an official contract with an employer, with professional security, models and dancers run the risk of becoming the object of harassment.

In order to minimize such risks, when choosing a place of work, read reviews about it, find out how long this or that agency has been working, and carefully study the contract before signing. It is advisable to sign a contract even before flying to China, this will allow you to save on flights and speed up the processing of permits in China.

Summing up the above, it can be argued that working in China is comfortable and interesting. Many who go there to work do whatever it takes to stay in China as long as possible.

The East is rapidly raising its position relative to Western civilization in the face of highly developed states, like the People's Republic of China. Therefore, the question of how to find a job in exotic China is increasingly coming to mind not only to Russian citizens, but also to Ukrainians, Belarusians, and Kazakhstanis. Fortunately, the Celestial Empire is densely populated, so it always needs labor reserves, whether it is work in Shanghai or on the periphery. The main thing is to know the features of the labor market in China.

When choosing an occupation on Chinese soil, you first need to find out what kind of professionals are in demand at the current moment, what are the conditions for their activities, algorithms for obtaining a work visa (it is mandatory), crossing the border by Ukrainians, Russians, Belarusians.

There are several sources of relevant information:

1. Web sites of special agencies for the employment of foreigners.
2. The official Internet portal of the Chinese embassy, where free vacancies for Russians are posted.
3. Friends living in China, relatives who have collected sufficient work experience from the Chinese.
4. Reviews, forum or personal stories of those who have already become legal emigrant workers in the Kyrgyz Republic.

The young part of foreigners, as a rule, assigns a low priority to earning money in the matter of working for the state of the PRC, paying more attention to the opportunity to gain cultural knowledge, touch directly on the cuisine, the intricacies of Chinese life, and language nuances. They can thoroughly savvy about the details of the Asian mentality.

More mature storytellers will enlighten on specific professions, conditions, salaries. So, most of all, vacancies are available for Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians, implying:

pedagogical and educational skills (for example, an English teacher);
knowledge of IT-technologies, programming;
knowledge of industrial processes;
knowledge about the sphere of space;
good knowledge of chemistry.

Chinese employers are no less willing to accept foreigners with the following skills:

translators;
models;
dancers and dancers;
teachers;
artists of all genres.

A lot of vacancies for girls, both in the entertainment, service areas, as well as in the educational, engineering, and cultural fields. True, it is more difficult for the female half to find an occupation without knowing the language.

Supporting programs

Those who are not too lazy to study in detail the legislation of this Asian state can take advantage of the numerous social programs of the republic. First of all, the state of the PRC cares about the employment of its citizens, but many projects also affect foreigners.

The largest social programs in China as of 2020:

assistance to all who left (after the expiration of the term) places of deprivation of liberty;
assistance in employment of citizens with disabilities;
business support program opened by graduates of Chinese universities, including Ukrainians, Russians, Belarusians;
household services of Au Pair home assistants.

Former prisoners are recruited by fishing boats. Strong, healthy people are physically in demand by construction sites and factories. The most suitable for foreigners, especially for young people, work in China is Au Pair offers, as well as state development, designed to help active graduates of Chinese educational institutions (regardless of citizenship) launch business projects.

Separately about Au Pair

Invented many years ago by the EU, the Au Pair program works on the principles of cultural exchange. There are plenty of offers in this direction among Internet agencies. A very convenient job in China for Russians who want to get as close as possible to the life of the Chinese, their customs, language.

In fact, we are talking about home assistants, which are very necessary for many progressive, wealthy families of the Asian power. By participating in this program, young foreigners get a great chance to see Chinese society from the inside, working under normal, legal conditions without the threat of unpleasant stories.

Conditions for getting into the program of this vacancy:

be no younger than 18, no older than 29;
speak fluently in English;
be prepared to clean housing, its surrounding areas;
be able to care for children, animals, love them;
be able to cook (at the request of the inviting);
have a household skill;
sometimes: ride a bike, have an international driver's license.

In return, foreign helpers receive:

access to the internal traditions of East Asian families, deeper language acquisition;
free accommodation with full meals;
pocket expenses sufficient to buy everyday clothes, attend many cultural events;
full immersion inside the eastern state on a par with real Chinese.

Hit parade of vacancies

When trying to find jobs in the vastness of the Middle Kingdom, it is worth considering that the most welcome activities there are as follows:

education: you can always get a job as a teacher of English, Russian, advanced European languages;
creativity: finding orders is easy, being a skilled musician, actor, dancer, model, vocalist;
logistics, management, marketing.

Those who have the correct grammar, pronunciation can become an elementary school teacher, a kindergarten teacher, with a decent salary of 5,000 yuan (about 800 US dollars), who, in addition, are reimbursed for travel and apartment expenses. But there is a nuance: Russian teachers are quite in demand, but their salary is half that of their colleagues who teach English.

The Republic willingly organizes the employment of artistic people. Attractive, dancing, singing girls are looking for many Asian modeling firms, all nightclubs, theaters, shows. In the PRC, the labors of flexible young men who can move beautifully are highly paid.

Possible risks

The majority of institutions strictly guard their own reputation. At the same time, it is very difficult to break a contract signed by a Chinese entrepreneur. Therefore, all the terms of the contract should be clarified in advance, but it is better to hire professionals for this. Then the search for jobs in the Republic of China for immigrants from the CIS will do without any unpleasant surprises.

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