Abstract:

This research explores the complex convergence of multilingualism as a means of communication and corporate hiring practices in the context of corporate slavery. These days, multilingualism in corporate communication is important in all forms of interaction to improve employee engagement, expand market reach, and foster innovation. Moreover, in the digital interconnectedness era, multilingualism has become a highly valued asset in recruiting talent and workforce structuring, as it serves as an enabler of inclusion and a control mechanism. In the literature, there is limited research on this phenomenon. This research aims to explore the role of multilingualism in shaping contemporary hiring practices within corporations. The authors used mixed methodology. The insights were extracted from a survey study (n = 312) and semi-structured interviews (n = 30). This article reveals patterns in which multilingualism functions as a modern mechanism of corporate gatekeeping. The results show that while multilingualism could improve employability and communication practices, it can create dependency structures and cover the exploitative realities of corporate labor. Thus, this research provides both theoretical and practical insights into employment practices within the context of corporate slavery. Additionally, emphasizes the power of multilingualism as a mechanism of empowerment and coercion in modern corporations.