Meituan Kicks Off Global Campus Hiring, Betting Big on AI and Overseas Growth

On August 17, Meituan officially commenced its campus recruitment drive for the class of 2027. This global initiative offers recent graduates more than 100 roles across ten major categories, including technology, product, and business analysis. Positions are available in dozens of cities worldwide, from Beijing and Shanghai to Hong Kong and Riyadh, underscoring the company's commitment to building a globally distributed talent pool.

A Strategic Pivot: AI Shifts from Perk to Prerequisite

This year's recruitment strategy marks a significant departure from the past, with artificial intelligence moving from the periphery to the core. The company has introduced over a dozen AI-native positions, such as AI Full-Stack Engineer, AI Product Manager, and Intelligent Business Analyst. Notably, more than 80% of all open roles now explicitly list "AI application capabilities" as a mandatory requirement.

According to Meituan's recruitment leads, the company is particularly keen on candidates with an "AI Native" mindset. The ideal new hires are expected not only to understand AI technology but also to proactively leverage AI tools to tackle real-world business challenges and drive implementation on the ground.

Launching Special Programs to Attract Top Tech Talent

To precisely target elite technical talent, Meituan has rolled out two specialized programs: "LongCat Top Talent Recruitment" and the "Beidou Plan." These initiatives focus on several cutting-edge fields:

  • Large Language Models & Generative AI: Recruiting for R&D and application roles to explore next-generation human-computer interaction.
  • Embodied AI & Robotics: Strengthening capabilities in automated delivery and warehouse automation.
  • Autonomous Driving & Drones: Continuing investment in unmanned infrastructure for instant delivery networks.

These moves signal Meituan's ambition to extend beyond application-layer technologies into more fundamental and forward-looking research and development.

Dedicated Track for International Business Expansion

Beyond its technological focus, a standout feature of this recruitment round is the continued "Overseas Business Special Track." This program is designed to systematically recruit and develop international talent, building a core team to support the company's expansion abroad. As Meituan explores and advances several overseas business segments, assembling a workforce that understands both local markets and the Meituan operating model has become a critical component of its global strategy.

From dominating China's local services market to embracing the AI revolution and steadily exploring overseas opportunities, Meituan's campus hiring priorities clearly map out its trajectory for the coming years: dual engines of technology-driven innovation and global expansion.