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This page lists selected resources for Asia including sources of vacancies as well as information on living and working in particular countries.

It also has dedicated sections on China and Malaysia, where the University of Nottingham has international campuses.

While we do not have country-specific expertise, our staff can offer advice on putting together an effective job-hunting strategy to seek work abroad.

 

GoinGlobal - free access to an international careers database for UoN students and graduates

We subscribe to an international careers information package called GoinGlobal. You can access GoinGlobal free as a UoN student or graduate.

GoinGlobal contains:

  • Country guides for China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Turkey and Vietnam
  • Each guide contains job search resources, resume/CV guidelines, hiring trends, industry overviews, professional and social networking groups, work permit and visa regulations, financial considerations, interview tips and cultural advice
  • Global city guides for Beijing, Chennai, Delhi, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Mumbai, Seoul, Shanghai and Tokyo
  • Job and internship vacancy database of 16 million employment listings updated daily
 

I want to find a job in China

Free online learning resources for Chinese students studying in the UK

  • Prepare2GetAhead - this online resource explores how to plan your future and provides a step-by-step approach to develop your own career plan. Find out how to make the most of your time at university, explore your options and gain relevant skills and experiences.
  • Innovate2GetAhead - this online resource focuses on innovation skills and how to develop an innovative mind-set. Whether you are looking to go on and work for an organisation, develop your own family business or looking to start your own business, this resource will help.

Graduate job market in China

  • British Council - UK Alumni - register if you have studied at an institution in the UK or for a UK qualification elsewhere for events, job vacancies and career development
  • GradLinkChina - for Chinese students and graduates who have studied at an UK university. There's an employer directory, a guide to industry sectors and placements
  • Campus China Chinese Talent Board - opportunities for Chinese students and graduates; searchable by type of vacancy, employer and subject studied. Registration needed for full access to information

Returning home to China

If you are returning home to either of these countries after studying in the UK and feel as though you will need continued support, you can always contact our Careers team for support with CVs, applications and interview technique.

 
 

I want to find a job in Malaysia 

Graduate job market in Malaysia

Below is a selection of some agency websites advertising graduate roles in Malaysia.

Returning home to Malaysia

If you are returning home to either of these countries after studying in the UK and feel as though you will need continued support, you can always contact our Careers team for support with CVs, applications and interview technique.

Contact our Malaysia Careers team on Facebook

News: The top 75 employers in Malaysia you'd love to work for

 
 

Widening your job search

 

Careers and Employability Service

University of Nottingham
Portland Building, Level D
University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD

telephone: +44 (0) 115 951 3680
fax: +44 (0) 115 951 3679
email: careers-team@nottingham.ac.uk