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I first went to China to work during my vacation, and then returned to live there for another year.

Galina Ivanova

worked as a dancer in China

I’ll tell you how to avoid paying agents, learn Chinese, and leave the country without deportation, earning at least $1,000 a month.

Warning

Now China has tightened checks against Russian citizens. While the article was being prepared for release, my friend also went to work in China and ended up in prison there for violating labor laws because she worked on a regular tourist visa. The fine for such a violation is RUR 50,000.

I didn’t encounter such checks when I worked in China - I was lucky. If you decide to go to China to work, carefully check all documents and apply for a work visa.

Preparing for the trip

In 2017, a dance coach suggested that I go to China for a month and earn money by performing in a circus. At that time, I had been studying modern choreography for almost a year, as in “Dancing on TNT,” and I was inspired by the idea.

An agent from Russia promised a salary of $500, assistance in obtaining a visa, paid round-trip flights, hotel accommodation and meals. Before leaving, we were taught three dances for the circus program, and upon arrival we were given ready-made costumes.

The conditions seemed attractive, although I was embarrassed by the low salary. But at my main job, a month’s vacation had already been signed, and I decided to combine travel and the opportunity to earn money.

A month passed from the moment of the job offer to the trip. I arrived in China in February 2017 - on the eve of the Chinese New Year, when the whole country traditionally rests for a week: collectively eats dumplings, watches TV and craves colorful sights.

What professions are in demand in China?

Many Slavs come to China: not only Russians, but also Ukrainians and Belarusians. Most work without a special level of training or knowledge of the Chinese language. The Chinese are looking for dancers, gymnasts, singers, models, DJs and other artists. They are recruiting fitness and yoga instructors, choreographers, and football coaches. Waiters, bartenders, administrators, hostesses and other service personnel are always needed. They constantly offer work in parks, circuses, restaurants and concert venues. There are a lot of vacancies in nightclubs: they are looking for girls and guys for go-go dancing.

The minimum salary for foreigners in China is ¥7,000 (RUR 70,000) per month. There are no official statistics because most foreigners receive menial wages. I will share my personal experience, stories of friends and analysis of posts on Chinese social networks.

Average salaries of foreigners in China

Yoga, fitness instructor, choreographer, trainer

from ¥12,000 (RUR 114,500)

English teachers

from ¥12,000 (RUR 114,500)

Models, mannequins

11,000-15,000 ¥ (104,960 -143,127 R)

Dancer, singer, circus performer

10,000-15,000 ¥ (95,400 -143,100 R)

Sellers

from ¥10,000 (RUR 95,400)

How to find a job in China

Through an agent. I went to work in China through a trusted Russian agent: my dance coach found work through him three times. The agent was always in touch on WeChat, helped solve everyday issues and even translated the names of dishes on the hotel menu into Russian. I did not pay the agent a commission, but I know that he took a considerable amount from the Chinese employer. I assume that the agent took half of my salary for himself, but I could not verify this.

There are a lot of agents of any nationality in China. Psychologically, it may be more convenient to work with Russians, but sometimes it is compatriots who are rude and do not always answer questions - you can feel the consumer attitude. Do not hesitate to ask the agent about everything that interests you before departure. If they are rude to you or answer you rarely and briefly, then it is better to look for another agent, otherwise in the process of work it will be difficult to find a common language and not get buried in suspicions.

Agents who have been working for a long time do not want to risk their reputation. It’s easier for them to do what they agreed on than to get a bad reputation. Quite often, groups post screenshots of correspondence with scammers, warning others against collaborating with them.

Sometimes employees behave dishonestly. The employer buys a ticket, issues a visa, but the artist does not come. Then in the groups there are messages with a photo of the person who let the agent down.

You don't need to apply to every vacancy - many agents know each other. If they are looking for a girl with a height of 170 cm, and you are 160 cm, then you should not waste your time and the agent’s time - take care of your reputation.

It is not necessary to look for an agent in advance: many people go without any acquaintances and find work in China.

On WeChat. Agents publish the most job offers on the Chinese social network WeChat. There are no direct employers in the groups: vacancies are posted by agents who have worked in China themselves and have acquired contacts. Their services are similar to a recruitment agency: they earn commissions by connecting candidates with employers.

Behind any beautiful photo on a social network there can be scammers hiding: they promise good work, but after a month they won’t pay anything. To prevent this from happening, ask the agent as many questions as possible before the trip: who buys the ticket to China and back, where you will live, who pays the salary and how often - a direct employer or an agent. Be sure to ask to send a photo of your home. If an agent ignores questions or answers vaguely, this is a warning sign. I would not rely on a person who is not trustworthy in the first place.

On VKontakte. There are about a thousand groups on the Russian social network for the query “Work in China.” Important: most of them are created by scammers: they take money, but then they don’t find you any work. Before paying, ask for a signed agreement that will indicate what you are transferring money for.

An example of the wording that should be in the contract:

“The Contractor provides the customer with job search services, including, but not limited to: selection of vacancies in accordance with the customer’s requirements, assistance in drawing up a resume; assistance in preparing for an interview; assistance in obtaining a work visa."

To avoid scammers, carefully study the feed, read reviews, check the creation date of the group and personally speak with its founders. If in a group, instead of job descriptions, there are only beautiful pictures with Chinese quotes, most likely, here you will only lose money and faith in people.

Some agents from Russia ask for a commission for selecting work. In this case, they withhold the agreed amount from the first salary, rather than demanding money before the chairs. The group should not ask for money for a list of vacancies, because Chinese employers pay for the selection of personnel.

The most popular groups on VKontakte for job search in China are as follows:

1. Work in China. They employ DJs, singers, go-go dancers and other artists. They ask for a resume with professional photos and videos showcasing your talents.
2. Work in China for go-go artists. They have been working since 2015, looking for artists, DJs, singers, dancers.
3. Work in China Yimuhe Co. Ltd. The group was created in 2017 and employs models, dancers, and DJs.
4. Working as an English teacher in China. They are only looking for teachers and work on an advance payment basis.

My friends and I did not go to work through such groups, so I cannot recommend anyone personally.

Working in a Chinese circus

The circus ended up in a nice provincial area in the city of Changi, where chickens were sold on the sidewalks, and kids in pants with slits in the butts peed right on the lawns. Out of 150 thousand residents, there were practically no foreigners except us. The circus tent was assembled in three days.

In total, our international troupe consisted of 20 people: dancers and magicians from Russia, gymnasts from Ukraine and drummers from African countries. All the artists were accommodated in a hotel.

Colleagues from the circus said that my salary is an unheard-of minimum, and on average dancers here are paid $1,000 (63,960 RUR). I was upset that the salary was different from the market average, but there was nothing to do - I had already agreed to $500 (RUR 31,980).

The circus director spoke neither English nor Russian. All the artists communicated with him through a phone translator or an African drummer who knew Chinese. The director approved the program of performances and the schedule of the show, and we had to follow his ideas.

Circus performers perform every day, seven days a week. The program is repeated at 14:30, 17:30 and 20:30. In each program I danced three dances: Latin, Russian folk and modern. Total - 9 dances per day.

The circus director tried to load me with additional performances, although there was no such agreement. Sometimes I agreed - it was not difficult to meet an adequate employer, although overtime was not paid in any way. In gratitude, they could treat me to a good lunch in a restaurant or improve the conditions in the dressing room: for example, they gave me an additional water cooler and installed a mirror.

Visas

A work visa requires an invitation from a Chinese company. Most Russians work in China on a tourist or business visa at their own risk. Both types of visas do not provide the right to work. If the police discover during the check that you do not have a work visa, they will arrest you, fine you and deport you from the country.

Fines for working without the required visa start at $500. Sometimes employers pay fines for illegal immigrants and they continue to work, but most often they shift the responsibility onto the employees themselves.

A business visa does not provide the legal right to work - only a work visa is the legal basis for employment in China. I worked on a business visa - it was issued in two weeks at the expense of the employer. It is better than a tourist one only in that it is easier to convert it into a work one.

I understood that if I was checked, I could be fined and deported, but this did not happen. The police knew that foreigners were working in the city, but did not bother anyone. Most likely, our direct employer had the necessary connections and therefore we worked calmly. Sometimes in vacancies they write: “There are no problems with the police.” How it will actually happen can only be known through personal experience.

Contracts

A Chinese contract between a foreigner and an employer is an oral agreement in which you are paid an agreed salary and you agree to work according to the proposed schedule. In essence, this is an ordinary conversation in which everyone promised something to the other. If an agent or employer deceives, it will be impossible to find the truth.

Even if you sign an official contract, it will still be difficult to achieve justice. In a foreign country, without knowing Chinese, you will have to prove your case first to the police, then file a lawsuit and understand the intricacies of local laws.

I didn’t have a signed contract - I agreed on everything verbally with the agent. Back in Russia, I knew the basic working conditions: schedule, place of residence, food and salary. I drove without fear, because the trusted agent himself was interested in ensuring that nothing happened to us. The agent tries to maintain good relationships with artists, because the demand for foreigners in China is huge and it is beneficial for him to have a base of proven workers.

Typically, employees in the entertainment industry are hired for a period from 2 weeks to 6 months - it all depends on the employer’s request. English teachers usually work for at least a year. To stay working longer, you need to please your employer.

Some employers sign a contract directly with employees, but most often for their own reinsurance: for example, they stipulate liability for failure to comply with conditions or early termination of the contract.

Salaries

I earned 33,000 RUR in three weeks without days off, because out of ignorance I agreed to a low salary. I spent a little on entertainment and food - about 8,000 RUR. In the Amur region, where I’m from, the average salary is only 25,000 RUR, so I got good money and also saw a new country.

Getting paid every 5 or 10 days is normal for foreigners in China. If they offer to pay once every 15 days or once a month, then you must be sure that the employer or agent will not let you down: for example, your friends worked through him and received payment on time. English teachers receive a salary once a month.

33 000

I earned money from working as a dancer in a Chinese circus for three weeks

If they pay less often or don’t pay at all, demand yours from the agency: write daily and remind them that the delay should not be more than 3 days. If your salary is delayed, it is better to focus your energy on looking for another job. The only thing you can do for mental relief is to talk about the negligent agent or employer in job search groups.

Salaries are transferred via WeChat. The application has a built-in virtual wallet, which makes it convenient to accept payments and pay for any purchases in China. The money is transferred by the agent or employer.

The cash is transferred to the group leader, who then transfers it to the artists. In my case, this is what happened: money was transferred to the coach, she withdrew it through an ATM, and then distributed it to us.

The WeChat payment system is very convenient: through it you can not only receive and transfer money, but also pay in supermarkets, restaurants, online stores and even on the streets. All payments are in RMB only. To receive money in WeChat, you need to link a bank card in the application - only this is suitable for cashing out.

I received a card from the Agricultural Bank of China. For registration you needed a foreign passport and 15 minutes. No additional questions were asked about work. They can clarify the address of residence - I indicated the house opposite. The card is issued immediately. The procedure is similar to the Russian one, everything is simple.

How to get a job directly from an employer

I’ll tell you the example of a friend who found a job without the help of agents. Nastya registered in all WeChat groups and responded to the vacancies she liked, where there were no requirements for a work visa.

She eventually found work as a dancer at a holiday park. The Chinese employer offered apartments and a salary of 10,000 ¥ (95,400 RUR) per month, and additionally paid for the flight from Harbin to the province. I had to work for three months without days off. Nastya was very tired during the season, but she brought home a good amount of money.

Now my friends are applying for a visa again and are going to China. It seems like a paradox, but they find work in China in a week, but in Blagoveshchensk or Kaliningrad they can search for months.

To avoid giving at least a third of your salary to agents, study vacancies on WeChat and communicate with the contact person from the advertisement. Be sure to ask who you are negotiating the job with: directly with the employer or with the agency. As a rule, they answer honestly or don’t answer at all.

Popular WeChat groups with job offers:
Job Foreigners,
Dancers in China,
House of GOGO,
Jobs in Sanya

If you are in Russia, the employer will offer to communicate via video conference, ask for recordings of your speeches and make a decision. If you are looking for a job in the city in China where you already live, you will be invited to meet in person and asked the same questions. Be prepared to provide photos and videos demonstrating your talents.

If you agree on working conditions orally, be sure to duplicate all points in WeChat and in the contract in English. Ask to confirm consent online in a detailed form and sign the paper. At a minimum, this will show the employer that you are serious and ready to protect your interests.

Housing and food

Housing. As a rule, the employer provides housing: this can be a hotel or an apartment. 2-3 people live in a room.

To be on the safe side and not move into a run-down apartment, be sure to ask the agent to send photos of the proposed home. The ideal option is video. You may come across a garbage dump with cockroaches, or an apartment with new furniture and a gorgeous view from the window.

Food. Chinese dishes have a specific taste: spicy, with an abundance of spices and sometimes wonderful sweet and sour combinations. I ate three times a day at the hotel - this was stipulated by the terms of the oral contract. The food was the same: rice, noodles and salads. Not a gourmet's choice, but quite bearable for three weeks.

If food is not included in the terms of the contract, then you will have to look at local cafes or McDonald's, which is very popular in China. Some people take a slow cooker with them and cook it themselves. Chinese supermarkets have a huge selection of products, and vegetables, fruits, rice and chicken can be found in any store.

Safety

In China they don’t steal or rob - there are video cameras monitoring everything on every corner, and sometimes there are police patrols walking on the streets.

The main danger for visitors is non-payment of wages. There is deception at every turn: there are scammers under the cover of a Russian agent, and dishonest Chinese employers. In my experience, in the field of monetary relations, any Chinese considers it his duty to deceive a foreigner. For example, they will offer you a job that is not the one you agreed on: instead of a dance teacher in the park, they may send you to a nightclub. No one will force you to work, but you will have to spend time and nerves looking for a new job.

They may also send you to work in a different city than they promised. My friend was going to perform in Chengdu, but she was taken to suburban Meishan, 80 km away. She didn’t argue because she was going for the money, not the place.

I don't recommend girls to have close relationships with locals. Some Chinese are vindictive and, in the event of a quarrel, can leak personal correspondence into common work groups. I witnessed one aggressive Chinese man posting intimate photos of his ex to different groups on WeChat.

Communication with the Chinese

Don’t think that the larger the city, the better the conditions there. In cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the Chinese are accustomed to foreigners and sometimes treat them as visiting labor. In small towns, locals have more respect for Russians and a desire to help.

Just as the Chinese are people from another planet for us, so are we for them. They are interested and at the same time scared to talk to us. I loved communicating with the Chinese and didn’t mind being photographed. Most behave like children - very spontaneous and with a genuine smile. The circus staff were also always welcoming and friendly.

The most popular way of communication is sign language. With the help of hands and pantomime, you can explain any need - this sometimes worked faster than through an online translator. In restaurants we asked in Russian to bring forks - and it inexplicably worked.

To communicate on more complex topics, I used a translator. I also installed a VPN in Russia - without it, all Google services, Facebook, Instagram and even Telegram do not work. In addition, WeChat has an automatic Chinese translator. He sometimes translates funny, but the general meaning is clear.

English, at least at a basic level, will help you communicate with the Chinese - all correspondence with agents is in English, some locals at least speak it and will try to help you.

Remember

Author - Galina Ivanova, editor - Alina Mishurenko, production editor - Marina Safonova, photo editor - Maxim Koposov, information designer - Zhenya Sofronov, responsible - Anna Lesnykh, proofreader - Olga Bekasova, layout designer - Evgenia Izotova

Work in China for Russians, vacancies 2019 without knowledge of the language - is it realistic? A review about working in China, about job search and salary for a foreigner in China was written by Pavel Andreevsky. This traveler traveled all over China. 🙂

The comments to the article contain a large number of job vacancies in China for Russians without knowledge of the language and a resume. You can also leave a short resume about your job search in China. Comments are published after being checked for spam.

The Chinese work very hard. Many people work 12-14 hours a day. Their annual working holidays are approximately 10-12 working days, i.e. It doesn’t always take even two weeks. But pensions, as I understand it, are not provided. Well, it should be noted that they are not the most efficient and productive workers in China.

Therefore, they do not travel much and plan their vacation carefully. Now I understand why Chinese tourists come to some places in Europe, take pictures with their brand new Canons, then quickly get on the bus and leave. With such a long vacation there is no time left for anything.

Is it easy to earn $1500 in China?

Many friends, when they find out how much time I travel, are sincerely surprised and ask who gave me such a long vacation??? But even the Chinese cannot compare with the Japanese in their hard work. They generally work their whole lives for one company and only allow themselves to rest in retirement.

Review of China: work in China for Russians, vacancies 2019 without knowledge of the language

I think China is a unique place for foreigners. Usually, being a foreigner in a foreign country means dragging out a not-so-good existence. And if you don’t even know the language, then it’s a lost cause. But not in China.

But working in China is quite possible for Russians without knowledge of the language. Here I “laova,” i.e. The “white man” lives and works very comfortably. And the point is not that the Chinese love foreigners, but also how easy it is to find a job here. The simplest option is work in China as an English teacher. If you have European appearance, it will be easy for you to find a job. In just 20 hours a week you can earn $1,500 and live happily in one of the largest cities in China.

So, how much will you earn if you get a job as an English teacher in China? The minimum is 100 yuan per hour. Now it is equal to 1000 rubles. That's how much they'll pay laova without work experience. If you are at a higher level, you can receive 150-250 yuan per hour (1500-2500 rubles).

Russian language teachers are also needed here. The Chinese everywhere study Russian, just like we do Chinese. And again, your European appearance will help you with this. For the Chinese it is a symbol of success. Salaries are the same as for English teachers.

Therefore, many are interested in working in China for Russians, vacancies 2019. Many come here just to earn a little money, but in such comfortable conditions they forget about everything and stay to live much longer than planned. A little later I’ll tell you separately about people of creative professions working in China.

Average salary in China

In China average salary 5000 yuan (50,000 rub.). For these days you can live here quietly and rent a separate small apartment. Sellers in supermarkets receive 2,500 yuan (25,000 rubles), engineers 7,500 yuan (75,000 rubles), teachers at the university 5,000 yuan (50,000 rubles). General workers receive 2000-3000 yuan (20,000-30,000 rubles).

Good salary in China 10,000 yuan, which is approximately equal to 100,000 rubles. Therefore, laowai who can earn 15,000 yuan (150,000 rubles) live well and also save money for what they need.

How to quickly find a job in China

A few words about how to quickly find work in China for Russians without knowledge of the language. Of course, via social networks. Subscribe to the public page on the social network and receive a dozen job offers as a teacher every day. Working as models is very popular, go-go dancers, singers, gymnasts, musicians, DJs and other talents are in great demand here. Moreover, everywhere there are burning opportunities marked “urgent”. Hundreds of intermediary agents offer work in China for Russians and visiting foreigners with and without experience.

I noticed that a huge number of Russians, Ukrainians and, probably, Belarusians write to these public pages and offer their services. Every few hours, someone is looking for European or Slavic girls with good looks at a newly opened club with a note that they will have to drink with the clients. And as for go-go, it's a hit - with so many job openings for go-go dancers, it feels like China is preparing its foreign legion of go-go dancers to take over the world.

For me, “go-go” is depicted in the picture and this is the prayer that the Chinese says so that his moped in the picture does not suddenly stall. 🙂

Another proven method

Don't feel like being on social networks? Then need to come to China as a tourist, go around 10-20 places and negotiate with the employer in person. It’s one thing to write messages on the Internet and look at pictures, and quite another to see everything with your own eyes, look at your future place of work and talk with your boss. This is how we met the singer at the Moscow restaurant in Sanya. She arrived and went to restaurants herself, asking about vacancies, until she found a job. Then she came again with a work visa; her new employer sent her an invitation.

A little about the Chinese themselves

The modern world has changed the Chinese. Many of my friends and acquaintances who have worked here for a long time say that the traditions of the Chinese are increasingly fading into the background, and "cult of money" for the first. Everyone loves money, but only the Chinese talk about it openly.

Chinese girls and their parents have very high requirements for choosing a groom. For some time, a story was promoted about how a girl left her lover for his friend, who had a newer iPhone model. So arranged marriages are very common here.

At the same time, the moral norms themselves are somehow increasingly disappearing. Married men can freely come to the club, buy themselves a couple of pretty Slavic women who will drink and have fun with him. And some Chinese drink worse than Russians and at the same time try to get their interlocutors as drunk as possible.

In general, if you need work in China for Russians, vacancies 2019, then only the lazy will not find something to do here. Don’t limit yourself to one resume, because they won’t immediately start offering you a job in China for Russians, actively look for vacancies and respond to them yourself.

The People's Republic of China is an intensively developing East Asian country, the second largest economy in the world. High GDP growth rates and a growing market size contribute to attracting foreign labor. The chances of finding a job in China for CIS citizens are quite high, but the employment process has its own specifics, including those related to the peculiarities of the Eastern mentality.

First of all, employment in China is attractive due to the large capacity of the labor market. The relatively low cost of food and accommodation is also important. Often employers pay their foreign employees for housing, transportation, and paperwork. The Chinese are hospitable to foreigners, including Russian speakers. Therefore, it is not so difficult for immigrants from Russia and the CIS to find work in China.

Working in China is an excellent opportunity not only to earn money, but also to gain invaluable experience of life, communication and advanced training abroad. There are always many vacancies here, especially for qualified workers. Only about 5% of the working population are mid- and high-level specialists.

A standard working day for a Chinese can last from 10 to 14 hours, and annual paid leave rarely exceeds 10-15 days. An immigrant may also be put off by the difference in mentality and everyday life in the East.

Economy of modern China

China is home to about 700 million working-age people, which is a key factor in the country's economic development. The unemployment rate here is quite low - no more than 4.5%. Due to the “one family, one child” demographic policy implemented until 2015, the population is rapidly aging. By 2035, 30% of China's population will be over 60 years old. Therefore, the issue of attracting foreign specialists is very acute.

Salaries in China today

There is no minimum wage established at the state level. Each province and major city sets its own minimum wage. On average it is $150-375, the level depends on the province and city. The average salary in the country is $985 per month, which significantly exceeds the indicators of the countries of the former USSR and even some new members of the European Union (Romania, Bulgaria, etc.). Salaries are growing at a faster pace, and this has recently made it less profitable to locate assembly plants here. They receive the most in the southeast of the country, less in the north and center. Salaries in megacities can be many times higher than in rural areas. The highest paid professions are in finance and IT.

Income tax in China is calculated on a progressive scale, that is, it depends on the amount of income received. The rate varies from 3% (salary less than 1,500 yuan per month) to 45% (over 80,000 yuan).

Popular Chinese cities for work

Among the most attractive cities for immigrants in mainland China are Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Shenzhen, Kunming, Qingdao, Nanjing, Sanya, Haikou, and Gonglin. All of the cities listed are multimillion-dollar megacities with developed financial and technological infrastructure. The largest number of vacancies for highly qualified specialists is concentrated there. There are many international companies in megacities where English is in demand and wages are much higher. These cities have a large affordable housing market and developed public transport.

In-demand vacancies in China for Russians, Ukrainians, Kazakhs

English teacher in China

This profession is at the peak of popularity among foreigners in China. Learning English begins in primary school, so there are many vacancies throughout the country. You can work in educational institutions of any level - in kindergartens, schools, universities. Teachers from Europe, Australia and the USA are in demand in China and have the opportunity to earn good money here.

According to Chinese law, only native speakers can teach English. However, their wages are too high for most educational institutions (about $3,000). Therefore, non-English-speaking teachers are invited (among them there are many migrants from Russia), and some other specialization is specified in the contract. Having an academic degree and pedagogical education will be an advantage when interviewing for a vacancy.

The teaching load here is minimal - up to 20 hours per week. The amount of remuneration directly depends on the institution. The highest salaries are in private schools (about $2 thousand). The salary of a teacher in a private kindergarten (teaching English) is 25-30% lower. Teachers, like tutors, are most often paid hourly. Examples of such educational institutions are large networks English First, Fluent English, Sino.

The Russian language is hardly taught anywhere in Chinese schools anymore. But university departments remain, and Russian-speaking teachers work there.

Working as a pilot on Chinese airlines

Air travel is one of China's fastest growing economic sectors. Pilots from the Russian Federation and the CIS can most likely find work here. The health requirements of the medical flight commission are lower, working conditions are better (rest time is strictly regulated). The pay level for a co-pilot is about $8 thousand, and for a pilot-in-command - $15 thousand. Boeing 737 pilots earn more than others, so getting on wide-body aircraft is almost impossible. Airline workers and their families are able to legally reside in China and fly for free.

The popularity of pilot vacancies in China has already led to the fact that Russian airlines are experiencing an acute shortage of flight personnel.

Working as an engineer

There is work in China for engineers of almost any specialty. The most in demand are technologists, programmers, designers, and quality control specialists. The average salary is $1.5 thousand. Highly qualified engineers can receive from $4 thousand. The main requirements for hiring are specialized engineering education and knowledge of spoken Chinese and English.

Working as a model

There is always work for models in China. European appearance in many Eastern countries is considered prestigious and attractive. The Chinese are willing to pay 30% more in this business than candidates with Asian appearance. At the same time, it is not necessary to be tall, the main thing is to be photogenic. The safest employment option is through trusted agencies. You can also work as a freelancer, but then the very real risks of deception or involvement in illegal activities will have to be controlled independently. On average, models earn about $200 for one show, and $100 for catalog shoots.

There are also many vacancies in show business in China. Dancers, musicians, gymnasts, and circus performers are desirable candidates, especially those with experience and attractive appearance. It is important to remember the rules for safe employment through formalization of labor relations.

Table: in-demand professions in China

The data on wages in the table are given conditionally, based on average values ​​for the industry and regions.

How to find a job in China

Social networks are the most popular search method. There are many thematic groups on social networks (Vkontakte, Fb, Telegram, etc.) about working in China. You can also join the professional network linkedin.com. Wechat is worth mentioning separately. This is one of the social networks that offers a huge amount of work in thematic groups. Most large agencies use this social network.

Job seekers often use specialized sites, such as:

The English-language site thebeijinger.com is especially popular among foreigners, where you can find offers from various industries.

Students can complete an internship through exchange programs and then obtain a permanent job. The same applies to volunteers.

Some applicants make a list of companies in advance where they want to try to get a job. In this case, you can visit their official websites and leave your resume there. Relatives and friends permanently residing in China can help. In addition, you can use the help of recruiting agencies, but there is a high risk of facing fraud. It is better to find an agency in advance, check its reputation, and establish contact. It’s worth finding out in advance who buys tickets, applies for visas, and selects accommodation. It is important to understand who, when and in what amount will pay the salary (agent or employer).

A less risky option is an international network recruitment company. Let there be no Russian-speaking manager there. The greatest risk is correspondence with anonymous agents on social networks (including VKontakte and Chinese WeChat). More than half of the groups are created by scammers, you need to be prepared for this. Subscribe only to popular groups with a long history. To do this, just search for “Work in China”. But even in this case, there may be scammers among the subscribers.

The ideal option is to get a job with an employer directly, so as not to give part of your income to intermediaries. By the way, the standard scheme for employment in China is when the agent receives part of your salary from the employer. You cannot know about this for sure, since it is a trade secret. The agency should not take a commission from you, especially in advance. Beware of agents who ask for advance payment for job selection. The agent receives a commission from the employer for searching for personnel.

Being directly in China, it is easier to get a job, because you can immediately go through an interview with an employer and show your skills. In this case, it is advisable to look for vacancies in periodicals, for example, in China Daily, South China Morning Post, etc.

Employment Options in China

Employment in China is possible in the following ways.

1. Permanent - under an open-ended contract.
2. Temporary - by contact for a certain period of time. As a rule, temporary vacancies are related to construction (quality control, installation work, drawings).
3. Seasonal. Typically, students are hired for the season and paid between $600 and $1,000. Usually this is work in agriculture, restaurant business or tourism. But there are plenty of other options. You cannot work on a student visa in China, but in practice this stops few people.
4. Volunteer activities. Volunteers are usually paid for housing, food and health insurance. The job usually involves charitable activities. Caring for pandas is very popular in nature reserves and zoos.
5. Au Pair is an international program for students aged 18-30, in which they work with children in Chinese families and teach them English. A monthly scholarship of $100-300 is issued.
6. An internship in China is an opportunity to learn or improve the Chinese language, improve your English, and gain invaluable work experience. Young people aged 18-30 who completed their studies no more than 2 years ago are allowed to participate in the internship. You can work in different fields - design, tourism, hotel management, industry, information technology. Duration – from 3 months to a year. Interns receive a stipend ranging from $400 to $1,300.

How to write a resume for a Chinese company

A resume for work in China is compiled according to a standard scheme, including the following blocks:

1. The name of the vacancy for which the applicant is applying;
2. Full name and contact details of the applicant;
3. Brief autobiography;
4. Information about receiving education;
5. Key professional skills.

Some employers accept resumes in Russian, but this is rather the exception. Also, some employers ask to send a video telling about yourself, your skills and justifying your choice of profession.

The interview is conducted in Chinese or English, and you need to prepare for it in advance. You must come to the interview in formal business attire and answer questions in a friendly and unambiguous manner. And most importantly, smile sincerely: in the East this is a weighty argument.

Official employment procedure

The hiring process in China follows the following scheme:

1. Search for an employer, successful interview;
2. Conclusion of a contract;
3. Obtaining a work permit;
4. Visa application.

Where to apply for a visa to China

There is one Chinese Embassy in the Russian Federation. It is located in Moscow at Druzhby Street, building 6. Phone number: +7(499)951‑84-43. The consular section receives visitors on weekdays from 9 to 12 hours.

You can also apply for a visa in Russia at the consulates general of the People's Republic of China:

1. In Vladivostok . Address - Krygina street, building 3, telephone - (423)249‑50-37, opening hours - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 12:30.
2. In Ekaterinburg . Address - Tchaikovsky Street, building 45, telephone - (343) 253‑57-78 and 253‑57-84, working hours - Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 to 12.
3. In Irkutsk . Address - Karl Marx Street, building 40, telephone - (3952) 78‑14-46 and 78‑14-40, opening hours - Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 to 12.
4. In St. Petersburg . Address: Griboyedov Canal embankment, building 134, telephone: (812)714‑76-70, (812)495‑17-71, opening hours: weekdays from 9 to 18.
5. In Khabarovsk. Address - Sovetskaya street, building 1, building 5, telephone - (4212) 30‑61-63 and 30‑25-90, working hours - weekdays from 9:30 to 18.

Work permit

To obtain employment, you must first obtain a work permit for a particular type of activity. It cannot be used to work in another specialty, but in practice there are exceptions. Permission is issued only by employers based on the documents provided by the applicant.

The list of documents for a work permit in China includes:

• Educational documents (diplomas and certificates) confirming qualifications;
• Notarized translation of educational documents into English or Chinese;
• Copy of international passport;
• Certificate of successful completion of a medical examination;
• Confirmation of 3 years of work experience in the specialty in the form of a copy of the work book with translation (if available);
• Written recommendations from previous employers;
• CV in English or Chinese;
• One passport size photograph.

The above documents are sent to the HR department of the Chinese company by email. The permit is issued within 10 working days.

Work visa to China for Russians

Most residents of the CIS countries work in China on tourist or business visas. However, there is always a risk of being deported. To obtain a work visa, you need an invitation from an employer. It’s better to worry about this in advance. The registration process may take up to 3 months. It is necessary to prepare the following package of documents:

1. International passport;
2. Employment agreement (contract) from a Chinese employer;
3. A written invitation from a Chinese company on official letterhead;
4. Work permit;
5. 3 photographs 35 by 45 mm;
6. Certificates and diplomas of education;
7. Certificates of language proficiency (English, Chinese);
8. Applications on form V2011B and V2011A;
9. A certificate from a medical institution confirming your health status (you can use the one required for a work permit);
10. Certificate of no criminal record.

The visa fee is 2-4 thousand rubles. Its size depends on the urgency of document production. Non-urgent consideration - 5 days, urgent - 1-2. A set of documents should be submitted to the Chinese Embassy or the Consulate General in the cities of the Russian Federation.

Upon arrival in China, you need to register with the police, re-pass the medical examination and contact the Migration Bureau.

Chinese visa to Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China. This is one of the largest financial centers in the world and a busy transport hub. Tourists from Russia and other CIS countries need a visa to visit this city; it is issued upon arrival for a period of 2 weeks. To work in Hong Kong you need a separate work visa. It is requested from the diplomatic missions of the PRC. The period for reviewing documents is up to 6 weeks.

Working in China without knowing the language

Most Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians, Kazakhs and other residents of the former USSR come to work in China without knowing the Chinese language. Sometimes they work for years in tourism, entertainment, sports, and the restaurant business, using English and a limited set of Chinese phrases.

Learning Chinese and speaking it fluently is not an easy task. If the applicant does not know him at all, then finding a prestigious job in China will be quite difficult. This is explained by the fact that not all Chinese speak English. This task becomes even more difficult when the candidate does not speak either Chinese or English. Difficulties arise already at the stage of applying for a job. More than half of Chinese contracts are simple verbal agreements. But even if there is a written contract, it will be difficult to study it, check its execution, and more - it will be difficult to achieve justice without language. In any case, we recommend insisting on drawing up the contract in English.

In desperate cases, it makes sense to look for a local employer from Russia. For example, a company working with Russian tourists, and for which the Russian language will be valuable. If you speak only English, then vacancies can be found in the field of tourism, show business, and computer programming. But teaching English to children without communicating with them in Chinese at all will be problematic.

The ideal option is to enroll in advance for Chinese language courses in your home country. They can be completed both in person and online. Similar courses are easy to find on the Internet. The cost of the conversational intensive is 25-50 thousand rubles. for 3 months of training. This will help you make a career faster; you just need to overcome the prejudice against a phonetically distant language.

Consequences of illegal work

The Chinese authorities take illegal labor immigration seriously. A police case is opened for every working foreigner immediately after he/she starts working. If the police have doubts, they begin surveillance. In cases where an immigrant is caught working illegally, an educational conversation is held with him. The first time he is fined $800, the second time $1600, and the third time he will be deported. Employers only face fines of up to $12,000.

Recently, inspections have become more stringent. There are known cases when people working illegally on a tourist visa ended up in prison, followed by a ban on entry into China. Therefore, it is better to immediately apply for a work visa and carefully approach the paperwork.

Our compatriots often encounter cases of fraud when applying for a job in China. Usually scammers present themselves as recruitment agencies and extort money for job searches. If the manner of communication with the applicant is questionable, and no firm guarantee of employment or money back is provided, then this is most likely a scam.

Video: how to go to work in China

Today we’ll talk about how to find a job in China as an English teacher, how much you can actually 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 USA?

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 wasn’t so important what kind of work to do, but I wanted to live surrounded by beautiful nature, with 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 talked about the option of finding a job in China. A few days later, having thought it all over, I realized that working in China is the best option at the moment. All that was left was to find a job.

Work in China for Russians. Vacancy English teacher

Probably the most popular vacancy 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, begin to learn 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 the Middle Kingdom. Working conditions for them are better than for Russians and residents of other countries. Having certificates like TEFL and the like plays an important role. We are with you consider the option, how to find a job in China as an English teacher, having no experience work as a teacher, without certificates and not being a native English speaker. It turns out it's quite simple.

Working as a teacher in China. Working conditions

It’s worth mentioning right away that finding a job in China as an English teacher took about 10 days. Here are the conditions that were offered to me and which I accepted:

• work contract for 10 months
• per month 5500 yuan (if you wish, you can earn more. Both legally and illegally)
• refund of airfare, 5000 yuan (at the end of the contract)
• the apartment is paid for by the inviting party (as a rule, you only pay for utilities and internet costs. In my case, all bills are paid by the school)
• insurance included
• 60 yuan per hour overtime

Update. May, 2017.

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

Website for finding a job in China

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

I give you a link to the section on job search exactly in China, since other sections offer to find work as a teacher in South Korea, Japan, as well as Argentina, Bolivia and many other countries. I’ll immediately make a short digression about finding a job as an English teacher in Japan and South Korea, and then we’ll move on directly to the instructions.

Finding work in South Korea and Japan

On this site, you can see vacancies in the specialty of English teacher for employment in South Korea and Japan. As we managed to understand, in these countries people are looking for the so-called native speakers(that is, people for whom English is their native language). The salaries are good, but getting a job is much more difficult. Especially if you don’t have teaching experience or special certificates. Below we will look at a way to avoid wasting time on schools that mistakenly send you job applications thinking that you are a native speaker.

Work in China for Russians. Detailed search instructions

Go to the site indicated above. We have a section for finding jobs 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 skills are not worth licking your lips at such salaries. At least until you gain experience. 99% of the time you will be offered a vacancy as an English teacher for children 4-10 years old.

To summarize, for successful job search in China you need three components:

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

Work in China for Russians. We compose and post a resume

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

Step by step, we write our own Name, email for communication and receiving offers. In Subject it is necessary to register title, by which potential employers will find you. Please note that resumes of other applicants are published on this page. The name can be borrowed from them. I also recommend indicate country where you want to work.

Below the Subject field you will have the opportunity to place your summary. If you don’t want to bother creating your own resume or don’t know how to do it, look at the screenshot of mine. It took no more 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 are flying to burn down Chinese villages and rape Chinese women, expect the first offers from potential employers in your inbox 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 right away weed out employers that are not interesting to us.

To do this, using the Movavi Screen Capture program or similar ones, we record a short video where we talk about ourselves. There is no need to tell us how much you love money, that the ruble is dead and that’s why you are going to China. Say that you love children, that you have a desire to join Chinese culture... your imagination works no worse than mine, I’m sure you’ll come up with something to say. The archive will also contain the program installation file. 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 the template, do not forget to attach to the letter a link to a video presentation, a scan of your passport, a photo (as for a passport), a scan of your 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?

Well done, a lot has already been done to get a job in China. Left pass the interview and the trick is in the bag. I advise you not to attach excessive importance to passing 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, just like you, will experience a certain amount of stress. If the first interview is lumpy and due to anxiety you receive a polite refusal, remember, there are plenty of options. Try again and you will get the job. Everything just depends on desire and ability fight your fears. And the most important advice - smile. A sincere smile, in this case, is half the success.

The contract is yours, you got a job in China

Within a few days you will receive a response from the employer. If you can overcome your anxiety during an interview, the answer will be positive. If the result is positive, you will be sent a contract where all the working conditions will be listed point by point. We re-read everything, clarify anything unclear, sign, forward and go to the Chinese embassy or consulate for a visa. We will discuss how to obtain a visa to China later, in a separate article.

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

Help in finding a reliable employer in China

In the comments you can ask for contact information, I will send it to you by email. The main thing is to make sure you meet the requirements. In this case, you will have to work on an advance payment basis. Contacts are reliable.

I can also recommend you to a large training center in Chengdu, where I personally worked for 1 year. But the requirements 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 travel to China, check what contacts do you need?(agent or training center) and your actual work experience. If you are not sure, please do not ask for contact information. Let's not waste your time, or mine, or the people who are involved 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. I am temporarily not forwarding contacts to 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 be repeated. It's a big request, before asking a question about visas, employer requirements, working conditions, housing rental costs, etc. Watch the video, it covers literally all the most important and popular questions that you sent in the comments. The video is long, but it will give you a realistic idea of ​​what to expect when you arrive in China. Below the video you will find it content by 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 to get a job? (6.30), is it possible to get a job as a Russian language teacher? (8.00), how important is it for the Chinese to learn other foreign languages ​​(Spanish, French, German)? (9.30), what are the age restrictions for applicants? (10.30), how safe is it to get a job through intermediary companies and will you not be kidnapped upon arrival in China? (12.30), is it normal if many employment conditions are not specified in the contract? (12.50), how to make a video presentation for an employer and what to say? (15.30), are contracts concluded only for a year or are there for six months? (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 the air is cleaner, what is the quality of the products and does the employer provide insurance? (23.00), are there problems with smog in Chengdu and major cities? (26.00), disadvantages of living in small towns in China? (27.30), are there restaurants serving European cuisine in small towns? (30.00), is there a demand for artists in China? Is it possible to get a job? (31.30), how much does it cost to pay bills? (32.30), the main differences between working in a secondary 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 get a work visa to China? (37.00), is deportation realistic if you do not work on a work visa? (42.00), should I mention my nationality on my resume? (43.30), is it possible to get a job if the actual experience is only as a tutor? (44.30), what kind of housing does the employer provide? How much money do you need for the first time, to survive until your first salary? (45.30), the employer offers to start working on a student visa, then convert it into a work visa. 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 obtain 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. I answered them as best I could. I would be grateful if at the end of the video you would take part in the survey whether additional employer contacts are needed. Your answers determine whether I should start looking for reliable employers or not.

How would you rate my chances? Desired salary from 10,000 yuan (minute 00.30), is it possible to work as an English teacher without higher education? (2.20), is work experience directly in China required? (4.45), how important is accent in employment? (5.45), entered into 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 this increase your chances of getting a contract and a work visa? (8.40), is it possible to embellish your resume? (9.10), employers require a native speaker. How should I introduce myself? (10.30), I have Asian appearance. Will there be any difficulties in finding a job? (11.30), I have an interview tomorrow. 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 enroll children in kindergarten? (16.05), I have a video presentation. Could you take a look at them? (17.00), are there any agencies you know that can issue a student visa if there is no invitation? (18.05), have the cases of catching illegal immigrants in China really become more frequent? (18.30), I found a job as a Russian language teacher, but I have doubts (19.30), they sent me an employment contract, but I have a lot of questions (20.50), working illegally, is the signed contract valid? (21.30), do employers require TEFL or TOEFL (22.25), do you need to translate documents into English when sending your 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? (05/26), the Chinese legally limit the teaching of English to non-native speakers. Is it true? (27.25), how long will the trend of learning English last? (28.10), do you need additional employer contacts for money (survey) (29.30)

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The capital of China, Beijing, one of the largest cities in the world, is located in the north of the country. A large number of enterprises and companies of various specializations, sports and entertainment centers operate here. Beijing has the world's second busiest international airport. Millions of both Chinese and foreign tourists arrive here every year.

Working in Beijing may be of interest to many CIS citizens who are highly qualified and speak English

Appearance of the Chinese Z visa, which must be issued for official employment

What documents are needed to obtain a visa to China?

• Agreement with the employer.
• Original work permit.
• Three photographs 3 x 4. Read the link.
• A copy of your education diploma.
• An invitation from a Beijing employer.
• according to form V2011B, .
• Health documents.

How to get a good job in Beijing?

• It is necessary to create a high-quality, complete resume.
• You must obtain letters of recommendation from previous employers confirming your qualifications and work experience.
• It is better to write to potential employers directly.
• Showcase your best qualities and knowledge.
• Even if you speak English at a high level, try to learn Chinese.

Large international and Chinese companies in Beijing

• State Grid is a state power grid corporation.
• Sinopec Group is an oil and chemical corporation.
• China National Petroleum is a national oil and gas corporation.
• Scientific center "Chinese Silicon Valley", which includes companies in the field of programming, medicine, ecology, energy, and aerospace manufacturing.

In 2019, the average monthly salary is 1.3 thousand US dollars. At the same time, salaries of highly qualified specialists in Beijing can reach $1,500. The minimum wage in Beijing is three dollars per hour and $300 per month. Salaries in Beijing increase every year.

Average salary in China by province

Where to look for job vacancies in Beijing

In search of profitable employment, you can first go to Beijing on a trip and make contacts with the Russian-speaking population. Russian-speaking expats (i.e. foreign citizens working in another country) will help you understand the peculiarities of employment in China and provide the necessary information about the peculiarities of life in the country.

You can look for options for working in China through intermediaries, but only with some caution. They must be verified, as evidenced by their service life and reviews on the Internet.

Learn from the video how to look for work in China.

Popular job search sites in Beijing

1. http://www.chinajob.com - government website of the People's Republic of China for foreigners to find jobs. In addition to information about available jobs, here you can find announcements about passing exams for language proficiency or for meeting a certain qualification. Most teaching vacancies are posted here. In recent years, 10 thousand new advertisements have been added to the site. On average, three new vacancies appear here every day. The site specializes in business, translation services. There is a fairly simple system for finding the information you need.
2. Hemisphere http://polusharie.com is one of the oldest sites with advertisements. It is quite famous, but navigation is not very easy.
3. com - automatic selection of vacancies based on a specific resume. There are many advertisements for vacancies in the field of medicine, media and programming. Registration is required to use the site.

Professions in demand

Foreign experts are called “foreign experts” in China. This is exactly what is recorded in registration forms. The main vacancies relate to the following areas:

• Information technologies.
• Pharmaceuticals.
• Entrepreneurship.
• Modeling business.
• Tourism.
• Science and production based on high technology.
• Real estate.

What are the most popular vacancies among foreigners?

1. English teacher. This is the best employment option for students from other countries. The work schedule is quite flexible, and the salary is tied to the hourly workload. One hour of work costs from 200 to 400 yuan. The teacher's nationality does not matter - only his knowledge of English is important. , in which teachers work, provide them with all the necessary teaching materials and organize master classes. The teacher's attitude towards children should be very friendly. Children must feel that the teacher loves them, otherwise they will not have the desire to learn. If you work full time in Beijing, you can earn 12 thousand yuan per month. In addition to working at school, you can give lessons privately.
2. Engineer. The rapid development of industry creates a need for qualified technical workers, primarily architects, electricians, electronics engineers, mechanics, etc. The salary of an engineer in Beijing is almost at the same level as that of a specialist in America. In addition, the employee receives a full benefits package. The average monthly salary of an engineer in Beijing is 15–27 thousand yuan, an architect earns from 19 to 30 thousand yuan.
3. Information technology specialist. Due to the fact that the Chinese government has set a course for the development of high technologies, the country has an acute shortage of IT specialists. A novice programmer receives from 5 to 10 thousand yuan monthly, a manager with experience - from 45 to 60 thousand.
4. Financial Manager. Many Chinese businesses are in need of accountants, financial analysts and auditors. The average salary in this area is from 18 to 33 thousand yuan per month.
5. Sales Manager. Sales managers in Beijing companies are China's liaison with countries importing Chinese goods. The average salary of such specialists is from 15 to 28 thousand yuan per month.
6. Marketers. From the point of view of Chinese companies, this is almost the same as a sales manager. Large companies such as Alibaba and Xiaomi are looking for foreign specialists to distribute their products. The average salary per month for an SEO marketer is from 6.5 to 13 thousand yuan, for a PR manager - from 24 to 33 thousand yuan.
7. Designer. A graphic designer earns about 30 thousand yuan monthly, a clothing design specialist - from 11 to 17 thousand.
8. Translator. A translator in Beijing can earn from 9 to 19 thousand yuan monthly.
9. Artist. There are many vacancies for girls in theaters, modeling agencies, cafes and nightclubs. Young men can get work as a dancer or singer, or act in films. Artist contracts are usually concluded for a period from three months to several years. External data plays a big role in getting a job. When applying for such a position, it is necessary to think through the contract and all possible situations in the process of working abroad in advance. It will be difficult to terminate the contract in the future, so it is better to first consult with specialists. The work of a stripper or dancer is paid very well, but the contract with the employer must be officially signed. This will help you avoid trouble. If the work contract is concluded before leaving for China, then the receiving party must bear all the costs of obtaining a visa and pay for travel.
10. Waiter. Foreigners working as waiters earn from $900 monthly. The age range for this job is 21–35 years. Those who cannot speak Chinese will receive no more than $500.
11. Pilot. China has a very developed air transportation industry. The working conditions for pilots are higher than in Russia, and the salary is 1.5–2 times higher than the Russian one. The basic salary of a Boeing pilot is 15–17 thousand dollars (without bonuses and overtime). Russian-speaking pilots are hired as PICs and as co-pilots for Boeing and Airbus. There is no age limit for working as a pilot, but the limit is 58 years. There are almost no vacancies for large aircraft for Russian pilots.

You can find many open vacancies on the Internet with completely different pay (Table 1).

Table 1. Open vacancies in Beijing

Job vacancy	Salary
Quality Control Engineer	$1300
Foreign (English) language teacher	$1700–3000
English teacher	$1000
Dancer	$800–1500
Technical support engineer/geologist	from 70 thousand rubles
Warehouse worker	$800
Girl to work at the reception	from 7000 yuan
Director of Sales	3000–8000 yuan
Bitcoin Manager	500 yuan
All-round cook	$1000–1500
Souvenir seller	$500
Production Manager	12,000–15,000 thousand yuan
Representative of a Russian company, translator	$1200–1500
Cosmetics Purchasing Manager	$1500
Foreign trade manager	$1000
Football tricks with the ball	7000 yuan
Acrobats performing tricks on swings	7000 yuan
Waiter	$690
Assistant Manager	$15,000
Head of Air Cargo Sales	18,000 yuan
Chef of European cuisine	$1000
Translator/Assistant Director	$1000
English teacher	6000–15,000 yuan
Girl at the reception in a hotel	7000 yuan
DJ	4000 yuan
Teacher-choreographer	$1000–1500
Pastry chef	$1000
Head of branch	$2500–3500
Python Programmer	10,000 yuan
Ballet teacher	$1200
Lead Software Engineer	$4000
Metalworking shop foreman	8000–12,000 yuan
Project Manager	12,000–18,000 yuan
Office work (order processing)	3000 yuan
Mathematic teacher	16,000 yuan
Swimmers for show ballet	9300 yuan