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How to Find a Job in Mexico
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 Being able to find a job in Mexico often depends on whom you know as well as how good your credentials are. Being bilingual is always a big bonus, especially with a knowledge of English, while other languages like French, German and Italian may also come in very handy considering the number and size of European companies doing business in Mexico.
A good start for newly arrived foreigners may be to register with their respective embassies, chambers of commerce, or relevant social clubs, thereby beginning the process of incorporating oneself into the flow of things and finding good opportunities to begin networking. ExecutivesFor executives looking to change jobs or seeking to acquire new jobs, the best option would be through a headhunter. There are some excellent international headhunting services and companies spread throughout Mexico. Most headhunting firms require a fee for their search (usually around US$1,000), and they also insist on exclusivity for a certain period of time (about 6 months) so that they don't end up wasting their time and the time of others. Note that headhunters cater to the highest bracket of the job market, dealing mainly in executives and managerial posts, as well as high-end technical employment searches. Where to LookAnother good way to find a job is by looking on-line. Look through Internet employment sites and forums where you can find information and also interact with others who may know of opportunities. Exchange advice and experience with others who are (or were) in a similar predicament as yourself. Make sure to also contact chambers of commerce, be they foreign or local, as they have their own employment agencies where you can search for vacancies and post notices. Also make sure you check out the daily classifieds in Mexico's various newspapers and their respective websites. Note that relocation specialists can also come in very handy in terms of contacts and tips. Once you've acquired a job, and assuming you don't already have a working visa, your company should sponsor your FM3 working visa so that you can work legally. Return to top |
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Working in Mexico: Foreigners in Mexico
Foreigners who wish to or must work in Mexico may request entry as either Non-Immigrants or Immigrants. Foreigners should choose between the two categories depending on their intentions for coming to Mexico. If they are coming only to work for the company that wishes to contract their services, and once the contract is terminated they will return to their country of origin, we recommend requesting the category of Non-Immigrant. If they are coming to work in Mexico and wish to establish their permanent residency in Mexico, we recommend requesting the category of Immigrant.
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| | Teaching English as a Foreign Language in Mexico
Teaching English in Mexico can be an extremely rewarding experience. It allows many North Americans and Europeans to sample a new and exciting culture and also provides them the same opportunity to learn and practice a new language. Like anywhere in the world, teaching English in a big urban center compared to a small, rural town will offer differing challenges. The obvious advantages of taking a post in a big city are the pay and the resources on hand. That being said, foreigners who travel to Mexico to enrich their cultural knowledge may find its cities little different to their own. It boils down to what sacrifices you're willing to make in order to get the most out of your time abroad.
| | Employment Agencies in Mexico
Looking for a job? The American Chambers of Commerce would be a good place to start your search. Refer to this page for their locations and contact information.
| Headhunters in Mexico
For executives looking to change jobs or seeking to acquire new executive jobs in Mexico, the best option would be through a headhunter. There are some excellent international headhunting/executive search firms in Mexico, many of which are mentioned on this site.
| | Personal Coaching
Are you achieving your personal best in Mexico? If not, try hiring a life coach. Read about the experiences of expatriates who have benefited from working with life coaches.
| | Spouses in Mexico
Making the move to a foreign country is particularly hard on spouses who aren't working. Besides the difficulty of having to grapple with a foreign tongue, spouses often have trouble adapting to even the most basic household changes, learning how things work, how to deal with the kids, and especially the emotional stress that often accompanies a move.
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