In a previous post, we shared a guide for experienced cooks who are seeking a job in Taiwan. The country has a booming food and beverage industry, and there are many restaurants, hotels, and other establishments that are often seeking chefs and talented cooks! Of course, aside from, cooks, there is also a demand for … Read more
As part of Taiwan’s new long-term retention program for migrant workers, “blue collar” foreign workers who have been working for the same employer for more than 10 years will soon have their own pension fund. On October 14, 2025, the Ministry of Labor (MOL) released a notice stating that employers should start setting aside pension … Read more
Previously, we talked about some of the most common contract violations against workers, such as delayed salaries, excessive fees, and so on. In this article, we will focus more on “workplace misconduct” — actions or behaviors that are harmful or have negative effects on workers, their supervisors, clients, or other people in the workplace. In … Read more
Part-time jobs refer to those where the number of working hours are less than those for regular or full-time jobs. In many places around the world, many people take on part-time jobs to earn additional income, especially if they have spare time available. Before you apply for a part-time job in Taiwan, however, you need … Read more
The baby is still asleep when Marian Duhapa leans over and kisses her daughter’s forehead for the last time before another long journey. There is no dramatic send-off in their small barangay in Irosin, Sorsogon—just the soft hum of a dawn that arrives too soon, and a mother forcing herself to walk away before her … Read more
The first winter I spent in Taiwan, half of our dorm caught the flu in just one week. It started with a mild cough, then suddenly, many of us were too weak to work or even get out of bed. That was when I learned how serious Taiwan’s influenza season can be, especially for OFWs … Read more
There are plenty of career opportunities available for female workers in Taiwan. These include jobs in manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, education, and other industries. In fact, there are many Filipino women who are living and working in this country! Many of these women are of child-bearing age; some are married and starting families with their husbands. … Read more
Taiwan is known for its globally competitive manufacturing sector, creating a wide range of products that are shipped all over the world. In particularly, the country is famous for electronics, food products, and many other item, including textiles or garments. Indeed, the textile industry plays an important roles in the economy of Taiwan. As of … Read more
In recent years, there has been a rise in Taiwan’s aging population, which has led to the steady demand for caregivers, nursing aides, and other healthcare workers. They are usually assigned to work in hospitals, clinics, assisted care facilities, and even private homes. Now you might be thinking, what are the differences between nursing aides … Read more
Thanks to the booming manufacturing industry in Taiwan, there are plenty of jobs available in factories, including machine operators, forklift operators, food factory workers, and many more. In this article, we shall focus on another important job in the factory: the maintenance technician. While machine operators and forklift operators focus on using the various equipment … Read more
