On April 21, the “Million Talents Gathering in Southern Guangdong” 2026 N-City Joint Spring Recruitment Event (Shandong Special) kicked off at Shandong University.

As the first stop of the Shandong Special, the Shandong University session attracted 360 prestigious enterprises from Guangdong Province, bringing 13,000 high-quality on-site job opportunities, with master’s and doctoral positions accounting for more than half.

On April 21, the “Million Talents Gathering in Southern Guangdong” 2026 N-City Joint Spring Recruitment Event (Shandong Special) kicked off at Shandong University.

The event, themed “Gathering Talents in Guangdong, Seeing the Future in Guangdong,” precisely aligned the high-quality development needs of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area with the talent resource advantages of Shandong universities. The Shandong Special consisted of two stops: the first was held on April 21 at Shandong University’s Zhixin Building Square; the second stop will follow on the next day, April 22, at the Cherry Blossom Avenue of Ocean University of China’s Laoshan Campus.

Notably, alongside the recruitment event, a “Guangdong Products Go Global: Zhongshan Goods Enter Shandong” exhibition and sales event was held from April 20 to 21. Zhongshan brought nearly 500 premium products to the city of Jinan, bringing the Lingnan style to the land of Shandong. The two events—recruitment for talent and exhibition for business—complemented each other, jointly promoting deep cooperation between Zhongshan and Shandong in industries, talent, culture, and more.

More Than Half of Positions for Master’s and Doctoral Candidates, Guangdong’s “Hardcore” Talent Drive

The recruitment site buzzed with activity. Booths were surrounded by job seekers inquiring and submitting resumes. Many master’s and doctoral candidates held their resumes, engaging in in-depth discussions with corporate recruiters, as the on-site demand-supply enthusiasm continued to heat up.

In this recruitment event, master’s and doctoral positions accounted for more than half of the total, with over 2,800 master’s positions and over 3,800 doctoral positions.

“Gathering talent through industries, revitalizing industries with talent.” By industry type, over 70% of positions belonged to Guangdong’s 20 strategic industrial clusters. Among these, positions in emerging and future industries such as artificial intelligence, high-end equipment manufacturing, and biotechnology accounted for 32%, precisely matching the employment needs and development expectations of high-level talent.

As a key node city in the Greater Bay Area, Zhongshan is leading with four major industries—new energy, biomedicine and health, next-generation information technology, and smart home appliances—to build a “4+6” modern industrial system. The demand for high-level talent across the industrial chain was clearly reflected in the job structure.

Companies’ sustained investment in high salaries further demonstrated Guangdong’s genuine commitment to attracting talent. In terms of salary levels, the event offered nearly 7,000 positions with annual salaries of 80,000 to 200,000 yuan, over 4,000 positions with 200,000 to 500,000 yuan, and more than 1,800 positions with 500,000 to 1,000,000 yuan. Among these, over 3,300 positions offered annual salaries above 200,000 yuan, and 283 positions offered million-yuan annual salaries, almost all targeting doctoral and postdoctoral high-level talent.

A special “Doctoral and Postdoctoral Zone” was set up at the event, where many state-owned enterprise leaders and company chairmen personally oversaw and approved talent recruitment. The Party Secretary and Chairman of Zhongshan City Construction Group, and the Party Secretary and Chairman of Zhongshan Xingzhong Group, among others, were all present, truly opening a fast track from “resume” to “offer,” allowing high-level talent to feel the sincerity and efficient service of Guangdong’s talent attraction.</p

Shandong University

Shandong University, located in Jinan, China, is one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions, with roots tracing back to the Imperial College of Shandong founded in 1901. It was officially established in 1926 and has since grown into a comprehensive university known for its strengths in the humanities, sciences, and medicine. The university played a significant role in modern Chinese education and has produced many influential scholars and leaders.

Zhixin Building Square

Zhixin Building Square is a notable public space located in Guangzhou, China, adjacent to the historic Zhixin Building, which was originally constructed in 1921 as a high school. The building and square are deeply tied to the city’s educational and cultural heritage, having served as a center for learning and community gatherings for over a century. Today, the square remains a popular spot for locals and visitors, blending historical architecture with modern urban life.

Ocean University of China

The Ocean University of China, located in Qingdao, Shandong Province, is a prestigious institution specializing in marine and fisheries sciences. Founded in 1924, it originally began as a private university and later became one of China’s key national universities, playing a vital role in marine research and education. Its history reflects China’s growing focus on oceanography and maritime development.

Laoshan Campus

The Laoshan Campus is a major campus of the Ocean University of China, located in the Laoshan District of Qingdao. Established in the early 2000s, it was built to expand the university’s capacity for marine science and technology research, situated near the scenic Laoshan Mountain. Its development reflects Qingdao’s growing role as a hub for oceanographic studies and higher education in China.

Jinan

Jinan, the capital of Shandong Province in China, is famously known as the “City of Springs” for its numerous natural artesian springs, such as the renowned Baotu Spring. With a history spanning over 2,000 years, it served as a cultural and administrative center from the Spring and Autumn period onward. Today, it blends ancient heritage with modern urban life, attracting visitors to its scenic lakes, temples, and spring-water parks.

Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a dynamic economic and cultural region in southern China, comprising nine cities in Guangdong province plus the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao. Its origins trace back to ancient trade routes and the Pearl River Delta’s historical role as a hub for commerce and migration, while its modern development accelerated in the late 20th century as China opened up economically. Today, it is a key national strategy aimed at integrating these areas into a world-class innovation and technology center, leveraging their combined strengths in finance, manufacturing, and tourism.

Lingnan

Lingnan refers to a historical and cultural region in southern China, primarily covering modern-day Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, and parts of neighboring areas. Known for its distinct Lingnan culture, it developed a unique blend of indigenous traditions and influences from Central China, particularly after the Qin dynasty’s expansion southward. The region is famous for its Cantonese cuisine, Lingnan architecture, and art forms like Cantonese opera.