The Job Search

Job Search Sites

Explore the websites below to get started searching for jobs and internships in China and around the world. It's a good idea to visit these sites from time to time and get familiar with the types of opportunities out there, and understand what kind of experience employers expect to see from recent graduates.

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General Job Search Sites
Indeed.com Job Search sites for various countries
Entry Park usually use blind posting method
The Guardian Worldwide opportunities (search by location)
前程无忧/51 job Jobs and internships in China
智联招聘 / Zhilian Zhaopin Jobs and internships in China
应届生求职网/Yingjiesheng Jobs and internships in China

 

Internship Sites
iHipo Find Internships, Jobs and Graduate Programs abroad
Linkedin Search by experience level
Wayup Summer Internships, General Internships and Entry level jobs in US
Gradconnection.com Global graduate job / internship search page
实习僧/Shixiseng Internships in China
刺猬实习/Ciwei Shixi Internships in China

 

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Other Resources

After you become familiar with the job boards listed above, you can also try the proactive job search strategies below in order to identify hidden opportunities.

 

Career Fair and On-Campus Recruitment Programs
  • Attend on-campus events such as the Career Fair and On-Campus Recruitment Programs, to employers and learn about new sectors and opportunities.
  • Volunteer for a cause to gain experience and skills that will build out your resume. The NYU Shanghai Community Engagement pages are a good place to start.
  • Reach out to your network. Somebody might know someone in an industry you’re passionate about.
  • Speculative applications can impress an employer and show that you are proactive and resourceful. Write to an organization that you would love to work for, even if they haven’t posted any job openings.
  • Check our Graduate Destinations report to see what NYU Shanghai alum are doing and get some ideas.

Working While Studying Abroad

Here are some resources to help you gain internship and working experience while studying away:

Working While Studying Abroad

 

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