As a leading major employer in Henan province and the world’s largest smart terminal production base, how popular is the recruitment scene at the Foxconn Zhengzhou Comprehensive Bonded Zone (hereinafter referred to as «Zhengzhou Foxconn») during its peak hiring season?

At 7 a.m., the recruitment center of Foxconn Technology Group in Zhengzhou, located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Yongzhou Road and Shizu Road in the Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone, was already lined with long queues. By 8 a.m., the day’s recruitment activities officially began, with job seekers stretching south for hundreds of meters along Shizu Road.

«It’s close to home, the pay is good, and I can go home on weekends to see my children.» A woman from Luohe, Henan, had just completed her medical check-up and received her work badge at the recruitment center.

This peak hiring season, which runs from the fourth week of July to October, sees the recruitment center welcoming thousands of job seekers every day.

«The global peak consumption season for electronic products naturally becomes our peak hiring season.» From the fourth week of July, the recruitment center has been receiving thousands of job seekers daily, and this busy scene is expected to continue until October.

It is understood that the current hiring needs at Zhengzhou Foxconn are mainly focused on basic positions such as product assembly and quality inspection, offering both long-term and short-term flexible work models. The comprehensive monthly income for basic positions ranges from 5,000 to 7,000 yuan.

«Compared to last year, our hiring numbers have increased, and employee benefits have significantly improved.» From the recent recruitment situation, over 80% of new employees are young adults aged 18 to 35, and more than 95% are local industrial workers from Henan.

At the recruitment center, a 37-year-old job seeker from Weishi County, Kaifeng City, was seen. He and his wife both went through the interview and medical check-up process and received their new work badges. «We used to work in the south all year round, unable to be with our children and overburdening the elderly. Now we can work close to home, take care of our family, and still earn money. Even as short-term workers for three months, my wife and I can earn nearly 40,000 yuan.» He was particularly satisfied with the benefits of the new job.

Zhengzhou Foxconn also provides free mineral water and watermelon for job seekers to beat the heat and quench their thirst. They have prepared spacious and comfortable new energy shuttle buses to take new employees to their accommodation areas… The thoughtful and attentive services are heartwarming.

Scanning a code to check into the newly renovated Mountain Top Apartments, the bright and tidy six-person rooms are equipped with air conditioning, water heaters, and other facilities. The daily accommodation fee is only 5 yuan, with water, electricity, and property fees fully subsidized by Zhengzhou Foxconn.

At noon, the 9,000-square-meter dining hall offers over 500 delicious dishes across 28 food stalls. «5 yuan for a full meal, under 20 yuan for a good meal»—dining subsidies allow employees to eat affordably and deliciously.

With good benefits, comfortable accommodation, and great food, it took less than a day for the job seeker to fall in love with Zhengzhou Foxconn, repeatedly praising it as «a major employer with great vision.»

«Henan has a population of nearly 100 million, with over 60% of the workforce consisting of highly educated and skilled talent.» Sufficient

Foxconn Zhengzhou Comprehensive Bonded Zone

The Foxconn Zhengzhou Comprehensive Bonded Zone is a major manufacturing and export hub in Henan, China, established in 2010. It is famously known as «iPhone City» for its central role in assembling a significant portion of Apple’s iPhones for the global market. The zone was developed to leverage China’s manufacturing capabilities and has become a critical part of the global electronics supply chain.

Zhengzhou Foxconn

Zhengzhou Foxconn is a major manufacturing complex in China, primarily producing electronics like Apple iPhones. Established in 2010, it became a critical part of the global supply chain and is famously known as «iPhone City» due to its massive scale of production. Its history is closely tied to the region’s economic development and has been a focal point for discussions on modern industrial labor practices.

Yongzhou Road

Yongzhou Road is a major thoroughfare in Shanghai, China, known today for its vibrant shopping and commercial district. Historically, it was part of the Shanghai International Settlement and developed significantly in the early 20th century, reflecting the city’s colonial-era architecture and growth.

Shizu Road

Shizu Road is a historic transportation route in Japan that connected the eastern and western regions during the Edo period. It was one of the five major highways established by the Tokugawa shogunate, facilitating travel, trade, and communication. Today, remnants of the road and its post towns offer a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past.

Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone

The Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone is a national-level aviation hub development area established in 2013 in Henan, China. It was strategically built around Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport to capitalize on its central location for logistics and high-value manufacturing. It has since become a major global cargo hub and a central production site for companies like Foxconn.

Luohe

Luohe is a prefecture-level city in central China’s Henan Province, historically known as a commercial hub due to its strategic location at the confluence of the Li River and the Sha River. While not a major ancient capital, its history is defined by its role in trade and as a center for commerce and light industry in the modern era.

Weishi County

Weishi County is a historic county located in Henan Province, China, with a history dating back over two thousand years to the Qin Dynasty. It is traditionally recognized as the fiefdom of the famous Han Dynasty general Wei Qing and is known for its agricultural production. Today, it remains a primarily rural area with several cultural relics from its long past.

Kaifeng City

Kaifeng is a prefecture-level city in eastern Henan province, China, that served as the capital for eight dynasties, most notably during the Northern Song Dynasty when it was one of the world’s largest and most prosperous cities. Its long history is preserved in cultural sites like the Iron Pagoda and the Millennium City Park, a recreation of a famous Song Dynasty painting depicting its ancient splendor. The city is also historically significant for hosting one of China’s oldest and most continuous Jewish communities.