Internships in Seoul
Our internships in South Korea offer comprehensive professional development for outstanding candidates from all over the world. We are proud to partner with a range of leading companies and organizations in Seoul. If you are motivated and ambitious, Seoul is the exhilarating place to grow your global network and boost your resume.
Overview
We’re no longer offering internships in Seoul, but we think an internship in Tokyo would be a great opportunity for you!We offer internships in Seoul in Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance & Accounting, IT & Computer Science and PR & Marketing. Those accepted to our internships in Seoul program have the chance to gain vital professional experience and industry exposure on a global level. Few things will make you stand out in a competitive job market more than gaining hands-on experience in your career field in a city like Seoul.
English is widely spoken in Seoul and there are a large number of opportunities for English speakers. Whether you’re a college student looking for summer internships in South Korea or a graduate seeking an internship to launch your career we offer a range of opportunities suited to your needs to help you realize your potential. Our internships in Seoul are available year-round, ranging from six weeks to six months.
Due to the exclusivity of our host organizations it must be noted that our internships in South Korea are selective.
Career Advancement Training
Interns benefit from career advancement tools before, during, and following their internship program. These tools enable you to successfully prepare for your internship before you start, make the most of your experience while you’re there, and successfully sell your experience in interviews to future employers.
You will be asked to take a pre-program DDI International workplace personality and skills assessment and will be given access to a library of training materials designed to help you succeed. These materials include tips and advice on interview techniques, adapting to international working environments, making a lasting impression in the workplace, and building your personal brand.
During your internship, training is delivered through a combination of videos, podcasts, articles, quizzes, and projects and you will receive a LinkedIn badge upon completion. Subjects include critical thinking, oral/written communication, teamwork, digital technology, leadership, professionalism, career management, and global/intellectual fluency.
You will also be granted access to our CV improvement tool, helping you to effectively communicate your achievements and skills to future employers program.
Alumni Success Coaching
We partner with experienced career coaches to provide participants with a personalized, one hour career coaching session upon completing the program. Participants choose from our portfolio of experts who they would like to guide them through their next steps after their international internship. These are just a few of the topics covered:
- Selling your international internship experience
- Building a stand-out CV/resume
- LinkedIn branding
- Salary negotiations
- Landing your dream job
- Strategies for interviewing
Exclusive Workshop Series
Participants will have the opportunity to elevate their professional skills by receiving access to tailor-made Workshop Series that are exclusive to program participants, including interview practice sessions with worldwide peers, CV review workshops, Linkedin workshops, and more!
Participants will also receive invitations to Keynote Speaker events featuring industry experts through panel discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions where participants can also ask live Q&A sessions, giving them the opportunity to enhance their skills and network with the best in the business!
Our previous speakers include well-known experts, CEOs, and Co-Founders such as:
- Sue Liburd MBE DL - a multi award-winning businesswoman with 25 years of experience and a Non Executive Director for the UK’s National Health Service.
- Amir Salihefendic - Founder & CEO of Doist, the remote-first company that built Todoist (one of the world’s most popular productivity apps).
- Claire Diaz-Ortiz - best-selling author, influencer & investor, was named one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company.
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Start dates
Programs are available all-year-round on a rolling admission schedule. The following start dates are available for your selected destination:
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