We are opening the world through education. In fact, that's our mission.
Since 1965, we've grown into a successful global company with over 52,000 employees, over 600 schools and offices in 50 countries.
EF Education First was founded in 1965 by Bertil Hult, an entrepreneur with a penchant for success and a passion for international education. Over the next 30 years, EF continued to expand globally and in 1997, EF opened a local English language training centre branch in Shanghai, China.
Since then, EF has expanded to over 60 cities in China, opened over 300 schools, and employed thousands of English language teachers.
Step 1
Fill out our application to find out if you qualify. It takes less than five minutes.
Interview & job offer
Step 2
Our recruiters will be in touch to set up an interview and extend offers to successful applicants.
Visa process
Step 3
Our expert visa team will help you navigate the Chinese visa application process.
Arrive in China
Step 4
We'll pick you up at the airport and arrange the hotel: while you explore the city and meet new friends.
Onboarding & orientation
Step 5
You'll learn about how to find housing, open a bank account, navigate your new city, and get a tour of your new school.
Start teaching!
Step 6
After shadowing a teacher and going through the curriculum, you'll start teaching your own lessons.