Will I be able to find a job in Jakarta?
When we asked people about industries and career opportunities in Jakarta, they reponded...
"Foreigners often have jobs in Jakarta in a variety of industries, such as teaching, hospitality, finance, engineering, and IT. Many foreigners also work in the service industry, such as restaurants, hotels, and retail stores. Additionally, there are many opportunities for foreigners to work in the medical field, including as doctors, nurses, and medical technicians. Other popular jobs for foreigners in Jakarta include marketing, sales, and business development," wrote a member who made the move to Jakarta, Indonesia.
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CitizenMIt's impossible to confuse citizenM with any other hotel. We don't look or sound like anyone else. Bold, vibrant, and artistic - that's us. Our rooms cater to modern travelers - enormous ultra-comfortable beds, unlimited free Wi-Fi and 24/7 food and drinks always waiting at canteenM. And best of all, our ambassadors are every guest's best friend.
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"Oil, Gas, Mining, IT, Natural Resources. Indonesia is a BIG country and a very RICH country, that is managed very poorly. Most people come here either because they were transferred here by their companies or because they came here under contract. People either hate the place and cannot wait to leave, or fall in love with the place and the people and stay for extended periods," explained one expat living in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Will I be able to find a job in Jakarta?
If you live in Jakarta, newcomers to Jakarta would love to hear your answer to this question.

