Traveling to another country can be such a whirlwind of emotions, both positive and negative. I know that in my experience, I underwent a full range of sentiments when confronted with an opportunity to work in Asia: a combination of excitement and anxiousness paired with curiosity and incredulity. Moreover, I remember that in the exact […]
All packed up and ready to head out to China? Not so fast! It is probably best to brush up on some Mandarin before you arrive into your host country. While this is only a small suggestion, it is always better to learn a few key phrases or words to better connect with locals and […]
For foreigners coming to China, the money system can be frustrating with all the various names describing the same thing. Cash (and WeChat Pay/Alipay) is key in China, and foreigners often can’t use debit/credit cards. Therefore, it’s increasingly important for travelers to become familiar with the currency system. Which terms stand for what, and how […]
To help kick-off the summer months and build excitement for the upcoming academic year, GoGlobal Jobs is bringing to you a new blog series called Teacher Spotlights, showcasing our outstanding Ambright American High School (+AP) Program teachers and their stories while they live and work in China. This month, Dr. Ken Smith shares with […]
For passionate globetrotters, traveling is never as simple as it seems. Language lessons, transportation logistics, and financial preparations all take part in the pre-departure processes that many endure before leaving their native homes. Additionally, we are taught to navigate international travel with constant theories of culture shock looming over our heads, motivating us to […]
The United States and China are debatably two of the most influential nations in the world, but each unique country fosters their next generations of leaders in incredibly different ways. These 9 Educational Differences Between China and the U.S. demonstrate how tradition and culture begins in the classroom. 1. Class sizes China: In middle […]
As the summer months draw near, the hustle and bustle of the city of Shanghai welcomes of visitors from around China and the world. Luckily, this summer period is the perfect time for newcomers, such as myself, to tackle the enormity of the megacity and experience a variety of Chinese traditions and customs, such as […]
For those of you who are considering making the move to China, this blog post will try to answer the all-important question of: What does it cost to live in China? As a foreigner living and working in China, you will find that it’s a very affordable country. Working in China will allow […]
Happy Chinese New Year!
Ready for 2016 to be over already? GoGlobal Jobs has got you covered. We’ve put together all of China’s public holidays for the coming year. In case you’re counting, it’s about 16 days of PTO. You can download the calendar below: >> 2017 Calendar (PDF) <<