Links and resources to help you find work in South Korea

Are you in South Korea and want to start looking for work? In this article, we’ll share key links and resources for your job search, including websites, Facebook groups, important contacts, and practical advice.

Administrative steps to do

In order to work in South Korea, you must have a visa that authorizes it. If you are a tourist, you cannot work or volunteer.
1. Obtain your residence card. Before starting work, you must first obtain a residence card. To learn how to do so, read South Korea WHV: How to apply for your residence card (fka ARC).
2. Open a Korean bank account. You need one in order to receive pay in KRW. To learn how to do so, read How to open a Korean bank account.
Make sure to also read our guide on Finding a job in South Korea as a Working Holiday Maker (H-1 visa).

Job offer sites

Websites recommended by the Working Holiday Visa Info Center

• Working holiday info center – rubrique find jobs
• Seoul foreigner portal
• Seoul metropolitan government
• Contact Korea
• WorkNet (in Korean)
• Albamon (in Korean)
• Albacheongulk (in Korean)

Other websites and Facebook groups

Craigslist: Craigslist is popular among WHVers in Korea looking for work.

General Facebook groups:

• Part time job in Korea
• Jobs in Seoul (full/intern, cleaning, model, tutor, store, teaching)

Facebook groups for acting/modeling :

• Acting/Casting Networking Seoul
• Modeling and Acting Jobs in South Korea 한국의 모델링 및 연기 직업
• Seoul Models 모델 서울
• Foreign Entertainers In Korea

Facebook group for baby sitting :

• FOREIGNER NANNY IN SEOUL KOREA ☆ Funny & Loving Nanny in Korea
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Important contacts

• The Working Holiday Info Center

E-mail : [email protected]
Website

• The Ministry of Employment and Labor

The Ministry of Employment and Labour offers advisory services on employment and labour administration, including wages, retirement benefits, dismissals, unions, workplace safety, employment equity, general labour issues, and more. Available by phone Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

From Korea: 1350 (English service available)
From abroad: +82-52-702-5089
Website

• • Seoul Global Center

The Seoul Global Center offers a variety of services to assist and support foreigners living in South Korea. If you experience a conflict or issue with your employer, you can contact the center for information and assistance.

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 02-2229-4910
Website