Abstract: This article discussed the development of studies on job burnout from five aspects. First, its conception and construct has changed to adapt more general people. Second, the theories of burnout emphasize the balance of job demands and resources instead of personal appraisal. Third, the concept of burnout is being supplemented and enlarged by its positive antithesis of job engagement. Fourth, the problems of burnout in new organization structure design becomes a new area in future study. Lastly, the burnout research has extended beyond its original American borders and the cross-culture study is emerging in many countries. The main domains and developmental trends of job burnout are also predicted

Key words: job burnout, job stress, job engagement