Job Seeking Platforms for Foreigners in Korea
Looking for a job in Korea is hard, especially if you're not from here and don't know the language and culture well. This article lists out websites, apps, job fairs, and groups that help foreigners find jobs in Korea. Join us as we check out the ways these online tools can help you find a job in Korea, even if you're not a pro at the language or customs.
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Apps/Websites for Job posts in Korea
1. Job Korea 잡코리아
Website: jobkorea.co.kr
Job Korea is one of the most popular job seeking sites in Korea. Upload your resume and find an employer based on your field of interest. You can also look up the company's information, average salary, rating, etc. However, the site is in Korean.
2. Saramin 사람인
Website: saramin.co.kr
Saramin is also one of Korea's most popular job seeking websites. It is similar to job korea in terms of what you can do and find on the site. It is also more geared towards Korean speakers and the site is only available in Korean.
3. Worknet
Website: work.go.kr
This website is more popular for Koreans when it comes to searching for jobs.
4. Linkedin
Linked in is a good place to find global companies in Korea who are actively searching for foreign workers. Make sure to update your profile and list up projects that you are working on to attract employers.
5. PeoplenJob
Website: peoplenjob.com
PeoplenJob is another site that caters to foreigners in Korea who are looking for employment.
6. Seoul Global Center
Website: global.seoul.go.kr
Seoul Global Center is known to help out foreigners in many different ways, but did you know they also list up job posts on their website? Visit their website, who knows, you could land your job fairly soon.
7. University Portals
Universities in Korea usually have systems to help their students land jobs after graduation. Visit your University's portal site to see what they have to offer.
8. Albamon 알바몬
Website: albamon.com
Albamon is actually more focused on parttime or short-term jobs in Korea. The website is in Korean, however, the website is designed well enough for foreigners to navigate through with minimal Korean.
9. Albacheonguk 알바천국
Website: alba.co.kr
Albacheonguk is another site more focused on parttime or short-term jobs in Korea.
10. Craigslist
Website: seoul.craigslist.org
Craigslist is a bit sketchy to say the least, but they do have some legitimate job postings. Just be sure to do your due deligence and research about the job to make sure it is not a scam.
11. Incruit
Website: incruit.com
12. Wanted
Website: wanted.co.kr
13. Career
Website: career.co.kr
14. Job Planet
Website: jobplanet.co.kr
15. Work plus
Website: workplus.go.kr
16. Catch
Website: catch.co.kr
Catch uses AI to match you to an employer based on your preference and qualifications
17. Xpatjobs
Website: korea.xpatjobs.com
18. Findjob
Website: findjob.co.kr
19. Kowork
Website: kowork.kr
Kowork is a relatively new platform made especially for foreigners in Korea who are trying to get a job.
Job Fairs
- Global Talent Fair
This job fair is brought to you by KOTRA. The fair is usually held in Coex Mall during the second half of the year (August or October). KOTRA gives foreigners a chance to showcase their talents to hundreds of interested employers. Sign up on their site, pick a company to interview with, then bring your CV or resume on the day. - Job Fair for International Students
This job fair is also brought to you by KOTRA and held in Coex Mall during the second half of the year (August or October). This event is made for International Students in Korea. Many of the companies are looking for students who could be trained for work here in Korea and possibly for a subsidiary overseas.
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