Indonesia Guide: Jobs

Finding a job abroad is not easy, and foreign working conditions are often quite different from those at home. Our job guide explains where to look for a job and how to apply for it. You will also find information on salaries, working conditions and social security issues.

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  The job market

  Job prospects for foreigners in Indonesia

  While having a growing economy and a labour market shifting from agriculture to the more profitable service sector, Indonesia still suffers from relatively high unemployment rates.

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  Job hunting

  Where to look for a job in Indonesia

  Job hunting will be a difficult task for a foreigner in Indonesia. However with perseverance and with a modest growth being predicted for the Indonesian employment market, foreigners should be able to find work.

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  Working in Indonesia

  Seasonal jobs, wages, working hours and annual leave

  Any western expats moving to Indonesia for professional reasons can expect many changes. Seasonal employment will be particularly difficult to find for foreigners and the business working environment is different to that in the west.

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  Job applications in Indonesia

  Tips on your cover letter, CV, and job interview

  Before sending out waves of job applications you must make sure that the companies you are applying to can hire foreigners. Also, applying online is becoming increasingly prevalent in Indonesia.

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