Recruiting in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan: the guide
The firms in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Taipei, Mandarin and Cantonese expectations, campus seasons and fixed deadlines, recent changes in the market, and work permits in general terms.
Last reviewedWhat strong candidates can do
- Know which firms have offices in each city and which languages they expect
- Understand the campus seasons and the firms' own deadlines
- Know the recent changes in the market and the work-permit routes to ask about
Common questions
How does consulting recruiting work in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan?
The firms in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Taipei, Mandarin and Cantonese expectations, campus seasons and fixed deadlines, recent changes in the market, and work permits in general terms.
When do firms hire in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan?
It depends on the firm, the office, and whether you are a student or an experienced hire, and dates change from year to year. This guide explains the usual pattern in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan and where to check each firm's current dates.
What is different about interviews in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan?
This guide covers the formats, rules and case themes that are specific to Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
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