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mishmish · Fri 13-Jul-07, 07:06 PM

Good Evening everyone!

I'm new to this forum...meant to be working on my thesis, but instead, excitedly planning for what I want to do next year - teach in Japan.

My main concern is:

If I was to travel to Japan first, and then seek work, will I be looked upon less favourably and have small chances of being hired since I'm Chinese?

I've been here since I was 3 years old, and although not "native" as such, I barely know any Chinese! Of course, my potential employers wont know or care about this!

I've been told by numerous people that my chances are slim. Could someone give me some tips or insight into its truth?

Cheers
Michelle

Fri 13-Jul-07, 07:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
mishmish Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Occupation: Student Services Officer Location: Posts: 6	Chinese-Australian citizen. Will I be wanted? Good Evening everyone! I'm new to this forum...meant to be working on my thesis, but instead, excitedly planning for what I want to do next year - teach in Japan. My main concern is: If I was to travel to Japan first, and then seek work, will I be looked upon less favourably and have small chances of being hired since I'm Chinese? I've been here since I was 3 years old, and although not "native" as such, I barely know any Chinese! Of course, my potential employers wont know or care about this! I've been told by numerous people that my chances are slim. Could someone give me some tips or insight into its truth? Cheers Michelle