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Jobs in Shanghai, China

Shanghai beckons international job seekers from a variety of fields. Though business savvy folks might be at the front of the pack, designers, journalists, humanitarians, bankers, teachers, and others are trailing close behind. The expat life in Shanghai is sweet; a low cost of living coupled with competitive global salaries makes for happy employees (and a significant xiaolongbao budget!). But don’t let that fool you, because succeeding in the Chinese workforce requires resilience, determination, and most days, a sense of humor. Brush up on your chopsticks skills, pack your best business casual, and put your best guanxi forward and begin your search for jobs abroad in Shanghai!
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17 Jobs in Shanghai, China

LoPair Culture Exchange

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Work and Cultural Exchange through LoPair Au Pair China

Unlock an Unforgettable Year in China with LoPair!! What better way to master Mandarin, gain meaningful work experience, and immerse yourself in Chinese culture than through this unique opportunity? Join LoPair Au Pair China – winner of the 2017 IAPA Au Pair of the Year Award! Live with a welcoming Chinese host family for 3–12 months and become a caring older sibling to your host children. You'll help with English language practice and light childcare for up to 30 hours per week while sharing your own culture and traditions. *What You'll Receive: Your own room & all meals Round-trip international flights Mandarin classes & cultural workshops Monthly pocket money Extension bonus for 6+ month stays Paid holidays & local support

Shanghai Meiji Culture Communications Co.,Ltd

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Early Childhood Teacher

ASAP! English Teacher! Ningbo (Yuyao) KG (Zhejiang) Salary: RMB 16k after tax + Accommodation Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (2.5-hour lunch break) Morning: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM / Afternoon: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Class Duration: 20-25 minutes per class 8 classes per day / 40 classes per week After-class or Saturday morning work (additional payment) Benefits: *Housing *Visa expenses: Work visa, work permit, and residence permit *Commercial insurance *Airport pick-up *Renewal bonus: 2k *Flight allowance: 6k *Paid holidays: -All Chinese public holidays, 3 weeks of summer holidays, and 3 weeks of winter holidays -Christmas Day must follow the kindergarten’s schedule, but you may add one additional paid leave day during the winter vacation -Professional pre-job training and ongoing program supervision Requirements: *TEFL or TESOL certification *Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or higher *Clean criminal record *2 years of work experience in early childhood education or a degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) in place of experience. *Compliance with all kindergarten work arrangements is required. WeChat: 18964179048

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Wanderlust Exchange

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Wanderlust Online English Tutoring Program

Wanderlust Exchange specializes in creating authentic cultural experiences through several exchange programs with the aim to bridge the cultural divide and help participants develop a cross-cultural understanding that will enable them to be global citizens of the world. We have recently launched our online tutoring program for upcoming au pairs as well as professional ESL teachers. Requirements are: - Speak English fluently - Have online/offline English teaching experiences with children ( 5 years old+ ) - Love children, and lots of patience - With a high sense of responsibility - TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certificate This online program comes with the following responsibilities: - To be responsible for the teaching only (30 minutes each lesson & one-on-one class setting) - Complete other tasks assigned by the WE team - Stable working period (minimum 10 weeks, at least two times a week)

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TravelGrad

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China Teaching Experience

Your safe and supported route to teaching in China! See it with your own eyes and jump-start your post-uni life alongside a group of adventurous grads through our 10-month China Teaching Experience program. China is an obvious choice for adventure-seeking grads looking for something truly different. Shrouded in mystery, it’s a country of contrasts, with no end of things to discover. From the glamor of Shanghai to the authenticity of Guizhou, it’s full of opportunities — to travel, explore, and expand your horizons. On this 10-month teaching adventure, you’ll experience modern China in all its vibrant glory. You’ll dive headfirst into the mother of all new cultures, test the boundaries of your comfort zone, and gain the kind of knowledge and confidence that’ll make you stand head and shoulders above the crowd. What’s more, you’ll do it all alongside a group of equally adventurous Travel Grads.

A Guide to Working Abroad in Shanghai

Jobs Abroad in Shanghai

The expansion of China’s economy has led to more and more expats jumping at the opportunity to live and work in Shanghai. It is the commercial and financial center of mainland China, having achieved status as a Special Economic Zone as of 1990 and a Shanghai Free Trade Zone as of 2013. Both initiatives aim to allow ease and accessibility for foreign investments and convenient trade. Not to mention Shanghai’s location on the the mouth of the Yangtze River and proximity to the East China Sea have made it a popular trade port since the 1800’s.

The city’s booming financial sector as well as multinational and local technology companies are quick to hire skilled expats to fulfill high-need jobs in Shanghai. Professionals young and old interested in the fields of business, development, finance, law, education, advertising, and communications will not only be able to land competitive and fast-paced jobs in Shanghai, they will also benefit from exposure to other hard-working expats and local professionals in their field.

You do not need to speak Chinese to work in Shanghai, though it is highly encouraged that you memorize a number of key phrases to help you navigate the everyday workings of life in China. When applying for jobs in Shanghai, express early on your preferred working language. Don’t be afraid to search for job opportunities in Shanghai that will utilize your Mandarin skills, if you have them, especially if you are keen to work for a Chinese owned-and-operated enterprise.

Latest Program Reviews

6 months in Hangzhou!

March 28, 2025by: Antonia Zerm - Germany

Program: Work and Cultural Exchange through LoPair Au Pair China

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I think these were the most exciting and interesting six months I’ve had so far! This program offers a lot, language courses, cultural activities and a lot of support. The whole application process was very easy and smooth. The only thing one has to consider is that it’s always a bit unpredictable if it’s going to workout with your first host family. I’ve had the experience of changing families and I have to say that LoPair offered me a lot of help and support during that time. I didn’t feel alone and always had my local coordinator Mickey by my side. In the end I had such a lovely host family, I couldn’t have wished for a better match. They introduced me to the Chinese culture and showed me a lot of new places. I got to see many different places in China, with my host family and on my own! I think if you decide to join such a program you need to be able to communicate a lot and openly. It’s always about keeping an open mind and communication. Especially since one is entering a totally new environment and culture. Some cultural differences are normal! This program also offers a few cultural activities. For Christmas the agency invited the Au Pairs and their host families to a bakery to bake cakes. Overall I just wish we would have had a few more cultural activities. The language courses that are offered vary from the time of ones application. A few of my fellow Au Pairs went to a language school, while me and another Au Pair could attend a language course at an University. My first semester I had uni mostly in the morning for three hours every day. The course was intense but very fun! I got to meet so many new people from all countries. It’s such a good opportunity to meet and connect with people. So if one has the chance to take the course at Uni, I definitely suggest to take it! It will be a bit more time consuming but it’s worth it! Overall I would say this program is perfect for people who are looking for a new environment and experience. I can recommend going with LoPair to China!

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