In the workplace, understanding job postings not only helps you find the right position but also allows you to confidently present yourself in interviews. Learning to read job postings and grasp the key information is essential for every job seeker to enhance their competitiveness. Generally, job postings include four main types of information: Position, Salary & Benefits, Work Location, and Job Requirements.

Position Information: Clarify Your Role

Position information tells you the type of talent the company is looking for. Being able to accurately express your interest in a position in Chinese will help you stand out during interviews.

Common Vocabulary:

  • 职位名称 (zhí wèi míng chēng): Job title
  • 经理 (jīng lǐ): Managerial position
  • 专员 (zhuān yuán): Specialist role
  • 实习生 (shí xí shēng): Intern position

Example Sentences:

  1. 我申请的职位是市场经理。
    ○ Wǒ shēn qǐng de zhí wèi shì shì chǎng jīng lǐ.
    ○ The position I am applying for is Marketing Manager.
  2. 她目前在产品专员岗位工作。
    ○ Tā mù qián zài chǎn pǐn zhuān yuán gǎng wèi gōng zuò.
    ○ She is currently working as a Product Specialist.
  3. 我希望应聘人力资源实习生。
    ○ Wǒ xī wàng yìng pìn rén lì zī yuán shí xí shēng.
    ○ I hope to apply for the HR Intern position.

Salary & Benefits: Be Clear About Compensation

Salary and benefits are a key concern for job seekers. Understanding how salary is expressed in Chinese job postings will allow you to communicate confidently during interviews.

Common Vocabulary:

  • 薪资 (xīn zī): Salary
  • 待遇 (dài yù): Compensation & benefits
  • 五险一金 (wǔ xiǎn yī jīn): Social insurance and housing fund
  • 面议 (miàn yì): Negotiable
  • 年终奖金 (nián zhōng jiǎng jīn): Year-end bonus

Example Sentences:

  1. 薪资待遇为八千至一万五千元，并提供五险一金。
    ○ Xīn zī dài yù wéi bā qiān zhì yī wàn wǔ qiān yuán, bìng tí gōng wǔ xiǎn yī jīn.
    ○ The salary range is 8,000–15,000 RMB with social insurance and housing fund.
  2. 公司提供竞争力的薪资和年终奖金。
    ○ Gōng sī tí gōng jìng zhēng lì de xīn zī hé nián zhōng jiǎng jīn.
    ○ The company offers competitive salary and year-end bonus.
  3. 薪资面议，具体根据经验和能力决定。
    ○ Xīn zī miàn yì, jù tǐ gēn jù jīng yàn hé néng lì jué dìng.
    ○ Salary is negotiable, based on experience and ability.

Work Location: Show Flexibility

Work location information reflects whether you can adapt to the position’s requirements. Being able to express your location preferences, willingness to relocate, or accept remote work in Chinese is an advantage in professional communication.

Common Vocabulary:

  • 工作地点 (gōng zuò dì diǎn): Work location
  • 市中心 (shì zhōng xīn): City center
  • 分公司 (fēn gōng sī): Branch office
  • 远程工作 (yuǎn chéng gōng zuò): Remote work

Example Sentences:

  1. 工作地点在上海浦东新区，我可以接受搬迁或远程工作。
    ○ Gōng zuò dì diǎn zài Shànghǎi Pǔdōng Xīn Qū, wǒ kě yǐ jiē shòu bān qiān huò yuǎn chéng gōng zuò.
    ○ The work location is Pudong New Area, Shanghai; I can accept relocation or remote work.
  2. 我希望在北京分公司工作。
    ○ Wǒ xī wàng zài Běijīng fēn gōng sī gōng zuò.
    ○ I hope to work at the Beijing branch office.
  3. 该职位支持远程工作模式，非常灵活。
    ○ Gāi zhí wèi zhī chí yuǎn chéng gōng zuò mó shì, fēi cháng líng huó.
    ○ This position supports remote work and is very flexible.

Job Requirements: Confidently Showcase Your Abilities

Job requirements reflect the company’s expectations for the position. Being able to clearly express your education, experience, and skills in Chinese is key to interview success.

Common Vocabulary:

  • 学历 (xué lì): Education background
  • 工作经验 (gōng zuò jīng yàn): Work experience
  • 技能 (jì néng): Skills
  • 沟通能力 (gōu tōng néng lì): Communication ability
  • 团队协作能力 (tuán duì xié zuò néng lì): Teamwork ability
  • 英语流利 (yīng yǔ liú lì): English fluency

Example Sentences:

  1. 我符合贵公司的任职条件，本科毕业，拥有三年市场管理经验。
    ○ Wǒ fú hé guì gōng sī de rèn zhí tiáo jiàn, běn kē bì yè, yōng yǒu sān nián shì chǎng guǎn lǐ jīng yàn.
    ○ I meet your company’s job requirements, with a bachelor’s degree and three years of marketing management experience.
  2. 我具备良好的沟通能力和团队协作能力。
    ○ Wǒ jù bèi liáng hǎo de gōu tōng néng lì hé tuán duì xié zuò néng lì.
    ○ I have strong communication and teamwork skills.
  3. 该岗位要求英语流利，我可以流畅交流。
    ○ Gāi gǎng wèi yāo qiú yīng yǔ liú lì, wǒ kě yǐ liú chàng jiāo liú.
    ○ The position requires fluency in English, and I can communicate smoothly.

By mastering the four core areas—Position, Salary & Benefits, Work Location, and Job Requirements—you can not only filter for the most suitable positions but also confidently present yourself in interviews. Proficiently using these business Chinese expressions will help you stand out in the workplace and fully demonstrate your professional skills and language abilities.