Excerpted from the China Career Guide
Dress conservatively for your interview (dark business suits for the men,
and suits or formal dresses for the women), and arrive on time; to be
late is a serious insult. In the larger Chinese cities, a light handshake
is the customary greeting, but it also may be a nod, or a bow. Follow
the lead of the interviewer on the proper greeting. Often those present
exchange business cards at the beginning. Have your card printed on both
sides, with English or your native language on one side, and Chinese "simplified"
(not "classical") characters on the other. Offer and receive
cards with both hands.
During the interview, be modest and respectful, keep your eyes lowered, maintain good posture and a quiet voice, and respect the frequent long moments of silence. Also, avoid boasting or exaggerating— your claims will be investigated. Find out if you will need an interpreter, for the interview will probably be in Chinese.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete guide.
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