Internship Opportunity with Austcham Korea (Australian Chamber of Commerce in Korea)

I was involved with Austcham during my years in Korea and had the opportunity and pleasure to host their business awards night in 2011. 

Every year the Australian Chamber of Commerce holds numerous events consisting of Breakfast functions with special guest speakers, charity events and the famous sundowner events (sometimes held in the embassy!)

The internship with Austcham is the perfect opportunity for an Australian student currently in Korea to get some experience but more importantly get a behind scenes look at how these events are organised. It is the best way to expose yourself to the Australian business community in Korea and the best internship for an young Australian in terms of being able to network! Best of all - Korean ability is not a requirement!

Below is a re-post of the Internship details.

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2014 Internship with AustCham Korea 

Internship Job Description 

The Australian Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AustCham Korea) is looking to recruit an Intern for a period of three months commencing on 3 February 2014.

Duties include:
- Assist in the upkeep of the membership database and website maintenance
- Financial Administration support (invoicing, receipts)
- Event administration support (collating RSVP’s, running registration table, event assistance)

Job Requirements:
University Graduate – Recent graduates are welcome
Good knowledge of basic PC software
Excellent interpersonal skills + ability to work independently
Excellent English verbal and written skills
Good knowledge and ability in basic tools and web design related tools (MS-office, VISIO, HTML, JavaScript, Photoshop, Dreamweaver etc) would be a bonus

Additional Information:
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Application Deadline: 12pm Monday, 27 January
Interview: 28 January 2014
Please send your resume in English to: austchamkorea@gmail.com

How to get on TV in Korea - A guide on how to get yourself on a Korean drama as an extra!

My guide on how to get on TV in Korea.

So you've seen the latest episode of Non-Summit (비정상회담) and you ask yourself how did these people get on TV? Believe it or not it is actually much simpler than you would imagine. Whether it be Drama's, Entertainment programs or even guest appearances on news programs there is a wealth of opportunities for Non-Koreans in Korea to get there face on TV and other media outlets. Many of the foreign 'Actors' you see on Korean TV are just everyday people with the right visa and the right amount of free time! In my 4 years in Korea I experienced a plethora of media opportunities - from acting as an extra in Drama's to a recurring role on a talk show.


Where to look for opportunities.

Craiglist (http://seoul.craigslist.co.kr/) 
believe it or not but craigslist is a great resource to find acting / modelling jobs in Korea. Just by searching you will see a numerous amount of adverts asking for various nationalities to take part in a photo shoot, as a Drama extra or as a guest on a TV show. Just click here and see!. Use your own discretion as to whether or not you feel it is a safe and legitimate opportunity. If you are not to keen on contacting over Craigslist you can always use the email / name from the advert and do some of your own online research. 

Yonsei Korean Language institute Job Board (http://www.yskli.com/act/job.asp) 
Students often have access to a wide variety of TV / Modelling opportunities. This "free board" has access to arguably the best opportunities for Korean speaking foreigners. Students usually have the most flexible hours as many Drama's and TV shows do their recording during the day and in remote areas (meaning you will have to take a day or two off school!) If you can't find anything on the job board then be sure to hand out around the front gate at Yonsei Korean Language Institute, there are  TV crew on campus from time to time scouting for some foreign talent or looking to do an interview!

TV Shows Direct Sites (www.kbs.co.kr / http://enter.jtbc.joins.com/nonsummit/)
If you have seen a TV show in Korea that featured foreigners than make sure you visit the TV show's website online! Most if not all of these shows will have a forum section under which you can send in a post to say that you would like to appear on the show, more often than not you will get a response via email asking for your photo's and resume! This is how I managed to get on the short lived Chosun TV show "Hello Hello" - alternatively message them on social media; you will be surprised at the responses from 'cold calling'

Networking
If you manage to find a job from the above sources than you will more than likely have a minder / manager for the day. This person is a low level agent but they will be your connection to other jobs in the future as these agencies are regularly used to provide foreigners! So don't forget to get the details of the agent assigned to look after you for the day and be sure to be friendly; a general rule of thumb for anything in Korea is if someone asks you to go out for a drink - then do it!

Wardrobe not my own! One of my appearances on the Chosun TV talk show - "Hello Hello"

Pay and Other Important Information

As a model or an extra you can expect to receive anywhere from between 100,000 KRW / Day up to 300,000 KRW per appearance. On a show like "hello hello" which is an actual guest appearance then you will likely receive around 300,000 KRW. Sometimes if it is just a short segment then you will only get a gift voucher.Now be aware that as a student; or even as an E7 working visa you are technically not allowed to receive pay for your TV appearances. There is a reason most foreign celebrities are married to a Korean - without a temporary resident visa there are limited options in terms of working 'legally'. In fact if any foreigner has been on TV regularly for over a year it generally means that either they have been married/are currently married or their agency has found them a visa via a loophole.

That said there are of course multiple ways around the system. As I stated before I had a recurring role on a TV show despite also having a full time job. As such I did not receive any pay (directly) instead money was transferred into a friends account. Most part time extra roles / guest appearances you will be paid without the smoke and mirrors but for anything that is constant; like in the case of Non-Summit (비정상회담) then they will have to do some creative accounting to ensure you get paid. Please be aware that TV appearances are at your own risk - being in the public eye will mean that when it comes time to renew your student visa / E7 / Working holiday then you may be subject to more scrupulous investigation.

Working hours are usually early in the morning on a weekday! especially for drama's with tough schedules. Depending on the shoot you can expect to be there for 2 - 4 hours including travel time. Another issue is naturally a lot of the filming is done out of Seoul to avoid crowds and hence you will be travelling in a van for an hour or more to most sites.

Opportunities are not limited to TV and I also had chances to be in magazine interviews, promotional photos for products/companies, newspaper articles and radio interviews.

Me and a friend promoting a new CJ product

Below is a short of the TV show "Hello Hello" where you can see me stealing a kiss from comedian 정주리

Internship opportunities in Seoul for Computer programmers with Korean Robotics company - Yujin Robot (http://yujinrobot.com/)

Interesting opportunity for multiple internship positions has been listed by Yujin Robot; a robot vacuum manufacturer located in Gasan Digital Complex.

I don't regular see many opportunities for computer engineers or coding so a chance to work with a Korean robotics company could be something very interesting to put on your resume!

Here is a repost of the Job details.

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Yujin Robot Internship: Embedded Linux Programmer

One of Yujin Robots products - IRobi

Pay: 1,500,000 KRW Per Month

Job Description:

1. Programming in embedded linux environment
- Embedded Linux glibc upgrade and device driver programming
- Number of available positions: 1

2. Linux application development
- WebRTC Native API programming
- Network programming
- Number of available positions: 1 

Job Requirement :

1. Programming in embedded linux environment
- C/C++ programming experience on embedded Linux systems
- Knowledge of image processing

2. Linux application development
- C/C++ programming experience on embedded Linux systems
- TCP/UDP, Serial communication 

Guidelines for Applicants:

1. Send the following documents as PDFs to jobs@yujinrobot.com
- Resume (max. 1 page)
- Motivation / cover letter (max. 1 page)
- Two letters of recommendation if available.

2. (Links to) Code samples would be appreciated.

Additional Information:
1. Duration : 6 months
2. Location : R&D center, located in Gasan-dong, Guemcheon-gu, Seoul
3. Working time : 8:30 ~ 17:30, Mon ~ Fri
4. Starting date: ASAP
5. Travel and housing support available for foreigners.


Want to prepare your resume in Korean? Here's a guide!

Korean Corporate Hierarchy, Structure and Titles

What should I call my work colleague in Korea?

Unlike corporations in the West, Korean companies corporate positions and jobs are very hierarchical. Job roles and more importantly remuneration are based on the length of service and experience as opposed to job role based remuneration in the West. This is something which can be very frustrating for a foreigner just starting out in Korea because you are being rewarded basically based on age; not on the function you play in the organisation.

It also means that it makes it very difficult for foreigners to determine what their colleagues would be titled back home and vice versa! For example in Malaysia young staff and new employees are usually referred to as "executives" which in Korea is a term reserved only for those in the "executive suite" positions. 

The issue of Nepotism also plays a major role in Korean conglomerates where regular employees work their way up the ranks by compiling year upon year of service while the CEO's offspring or family relative is made a director in their early 30's or sometimes younger! (Another thing which makes relations difficult with overseas partners)! 

To help out with this confusing part of working at a Korean company I have created a Top - Bottom list of my previous companies corporate structure and titles with the English equivalent title and explanation. 

Korean Corporate Titles and Hierarchy

Now if you are unfamiliar with Korean language but still wish to try and address your Korean coworkers or business partners appropriately then remember to add the suffix - nim (님) to each and every title. This is the polite form of addressing somebody. For example the CEO you may refer to as 회장님 (HuiJang-Nim) Get it?

When in doubt just refer to people of similar age as 선배님 (SunBae-Nim) which means "my senior colleague" a polite way of referring to work colleague.

The exchanging of business cards allows for each person to view the persons title and address them in the most appropriate manner.

회장 HuiJang (Chairman / CEO)
The big man, the guy at the top, the head of the 'family'. Unless you work for a small Korean company or you are of very high status then it is unlikely that you will ever really get to meet the CEO. That said medium sized companies' chief executives are likely to at least make an appearance to welcome any foreign guests!

I had one experience with my companies CEO in that by chance he was in the lobby of the building at the same time as I was. Of course everyone before me was bowing very low to greet the CEO and when it came to my turn I naturally did the same; only to have the CEO look at me with a great big smile, waving and saying in English "HELLO!"

사장 SaJang (President / COO)
The right hand man to the CEO this person usually is head of a certain business division or separate businesses altogether if you work for a Korean conglomerate. For example you would have the CEO of the Samsung group and then the people of SaJang status would be the heads of the different business units such as Samsung electric or Samsung C&T

전무 JeonMoo (Executive Vice President / CFO) 
From my experience the JeonMoo is the title most used for the head of the finance departments. It is generally the 3rd level of being a company director. That is the third most senior level in hierarchy

상무 SangMoo (Vice President) 
Sangmoo is a title given to senior directors who are the heads of departments but have more experience than the below EeSsa.

이사 EeSsa (Director) 
EeSsa is the lowest level of seniority when it comes to being a director. This is for the "younger" department heads. It also can sometimes determine the importance of the department. Usually smaller or less important departments will have an "EeSsa" at the top rather than a "SangMoo"

수석부장 SooSeok BooJang (Department Head)
This title is confusing as it is for those who are the heads of their department but don't have the appropriate seniority to be a company director. This is also the title used for those who are in charge of operations - those in charge of manufacturing or the entire factory (Think blue collar workers) are often given this title as they do not have the qualifications to become a company director. 

부장 BooJang (Team Leader / Head Manager / Senior Manager)
Here are the titles which most of us will be in contact with more. The BooJang (who you will also call Team-Jangnim) is the leader of a team within a department. Like the sales team, accounting team etc. This person will be part of a group of team-jang's who meet with the department head (Sangmoo or EeSsa) to discuss business and then filter down instructions to each of their own teams. Think mid 40's worker with 10-12 years experience.

차장 ChaJag (Deputy Team Leader / Senior Manager)
This title is for those who are just below BooJang status but are more or less tasked with the same role as a team leader. The reason for their title is because they are lower in seniority to a BooJang but only just!

과장 KwaJang (Manager)
Kwajang are the late 30s / mid 40s worker with 7 + years of experience. There is usually around 2 Kwajang per team and they work as the actually people managers of the below staff. They will lead most projects and work with the below DaeRi and Sawon to complete projects.

대리 DaeRi (Assistant Manager)
This title is used for staff with around 4 years of experience, probably the worst position in terms of hierarchy as you are off the bottom of the food chain but don't get any power while also not receiving any guidance as you would if you were a Sawon. Usually there are 2 or more DaeRi per team who are charged with  basic job tasks and working together with SaWons.

주임 JooIm (Senior Staff / Assistant Manager)
An in between level. Not all companies have JooIm but they are basically the next step up from being a graduate worker. Sometimes if a graduate employee is a Masters or Doctorate Graduate then they are automatically promoted to this level. Only difference from a Sawon is a tiny increase in pay.

사원 Sawon (Regular Staff / ~ Assistant / Officer ) 
the namesake of this blog! It's a graduate employee who has now been at the company longer than a year! There is usually around 1 per team.

신입사원Shinip Sawon (New Graduate Employee) 
First year newbies sums it up best! Graduate employees who are employed by the thousands by companies like Samsung every recruiting season. Just FYI most new graduate employees to mid sized companies can expect a salary or around 35,000,000 KRW/Year while those lucky enough to be with big conglomerates will receive around 40 - 45,000,000 KRW.

Business Trip Guide to Korea - Everything you need to know before travelling to Korea for the first time.

As a foreigner in a Korean company it was often my task to look after our foreign guests to the company. As such I have developed numerous welcome packs on Korean customs and business culture, what to bring and what to expect from the business trip.

Below is my guide for a foreigner travelling to Korea for business for the first time.

Visa
All travelers to South Korea must have a passport valid for 6 months. 
Under current agreements visa-free status is granted to;

Malaysia (90 Days)
New Zealand (90 Days)
Australia (90 Days)
USA (30 Days)

For more information please contact your local consulate or check the website www.visitkorea.or.kr 



Money
The currency of South Korea is the Korean Won (KRW) 
The exchange rate for your country can be found at www.x-rates.com 

Credit Cards / Direct Debit cards are widely accepted in Korea including in taxis. However there may be circumstances when cash is required. There are many global ATM facilities available in Seoul with English menus, just look for an ATM marked as a ‘Global ATM’ or with the cirrus logo.

*Please Remember* to inform your bank of your travel pre-departure. This is to ensure that your credit card activity overseas is not recognized as credit fraud which could cause your credit account to be frozen by the bank. Cash can be changed into Korean Won either before departure or on arrival at the airport. 

Tipping is not required in South Korea


Mobile Phones and Internet
Please check your service provider to ensure that your global roaming will work in South Korea. It is also recommended that the costs of global roaming be fully understood before departure. If you wish to turn off this function please turn off your data service on your Smartphone.

Most cafes and public areas in Seoul feature Free Wi-Fi services which can be accessed by your phone as required.

SIM cards are available from Korea Telecom but law restricts the purchase of these to 3 days after arrival hence they are not available at the airport. If you plan to have an extended stay then please check http://www.ktexpatblog.com for all the information.

That said rental phones are available on arrival at Incheon Airport. Average costs for a mobile phone is 6,000 KRW a day plus call/text charges.
(SK Telecom Rental Services are located inside Incheon Airports at Exits 10 and 11)



Taxi Services
Taxis are easily available throughout the city and can be hailed from almost anywhere. However during peak times and in certain areas Seoul taxis are notorious for not accepting customers who wish to travel short distances.

Taxi drivers in Korea have relatively little to no English ability so it is advised to have a copy of the desired address written in Korean to be given to the driver should there be communication issues. 

Taxis in Korea have no extra surcharges for luggage; the stated fare on the meter will be the exact fare. Also it is not common to sit in the front seat; even when travelling alone.

Seoul Orange Taxis

Electricity and Voltage
The standard voltage in Korea is 220 volts.

The outlet has two round holes and is the same type used in France, Germany, Austria, Greece, Turkey, and many other countries. If you do not have a multi-voltage travel adapter, you can borrow one from your hotel’s front desk. If you want to buy one in Korea, you can do so at a duty-free shop, convenience shop at Incheon International Airport, or Yongsan Electronics Shopping Town.

Korean Power Outlet - Affectionately referred to as a "pigs nose" by the locals.

Etiquette
While etiquette and manners are an important part of Korean culture it is important not to get too intimidated or nervous about the process. As a visitor to the country you are not expected to uphold all Korean traditions rather just adhere to the basic set of international rules that apply when visiting another nation. That said there will be occasions and times when you will want to join in and learn some of the unique nuances that are Korean etiquette.

Business Cards
Prior to doing business in South Korea bring a plentiful supply of business cards. They will be exchanged frequently. Try and have one side of the card translated into Korean. Mention your title on the card along as this helps convey your rank and allow them to address you in the appropriate manner.
When presenting or receiving a card, use both hands. After receiving a card, read it and comment on it before putting it into a card case or pocket. Do not shove it into a pocket as this will be viewed as disrespectful.

Dining
Many Korean restaurants are fitted with heated seating in which guests remove their shoes and sit on the floor. So it is important to bring clean socks! However if you have difficulty sitting on the floor or are self conscious about foot odour then simply advise the host – most restaurants will provide tabled seating as required.

Food in Korea is shared and it is not common practice to pile dishes onto one plate. It also means “double dipping” with spoons and chopsticks. Simply follow this custom and watch others around you. Many smaller dishes provided at restaurants have unlimited refills so feel free to eat as you please.

Slurping and other noises, as well as talking is very common during a meal and no offense should be taken by that practice.


Drinking
Korea is infamous for its drinking culture which varies based on rank and seniority. Feel to ask your colleague about the drinking process! They will enjoy teaching you this part of their culture. 
Drinking with friends or coworkers in Korea really is a communal affair. Shots, sips or gulps – depending on your mood – are usually done at the same time by everyone in the group, perhaps after a ‘cheers’ (gum-bae in Korean) or a round of a drinking game. In Korea, you also very rarely pour a drink for yourself. Instead, when the bottom of your glass becomes visible, one of the people nearest to you will immediately pour you another drink – and for them you should do the same. Waiting for the rest of your table to drink altogether might seem like a slow way to do things, but trust me – rarely does a cup get placed back on the table before being filled up again quick!

It’s general politeness in Korea to give to or take from someone older than you or that you don’t know very well either with two hands, or with one hand lightly touching your arm or your lower chest. The same goes for alcohol. If being poured a drink by someone you just met, its simplest just to hold your glass with both hands and the tips of all fingers, and to do a similar thing with the bottle if pouring for somebody else. If in doubt – just watch how the people around you are doing it!

Payment
In Korea, ‘going dutch’, although of course known as a concept, is still not very common among groups. Usually, the oldest person in the group or the person who suggested the get-together will foot the bill. If one of your group pointedly goes to pay, it’s best to simply offer to get the check at the next place (because there probably will be a next place) instead of trying to shove money in his or her pockets as you’re walking out the door. Rarely will groups of friend’s hang about at the counter sorting things out with notes and coins. Taking turns to pay for everything is much more common.

Rounds
Nights out between groups in Korea usually go in levels, or ‘cha’. A common first level, or ‘il cha’, might consist of a Korean barbeque restaurant or other communal eatery. Level two, or ‘ee cha’, might consist of another bar, or a beer-hof selling side dishes, while the third level, ‘sam-cha’, might involve going to sing some karaoke in a private room for the group known in Korea as a ‘norae-bang’ 

Language
It is always fun to try some of the local lingo, even if pronounced incorrectly it will be appreciated.


안녕하세요 Ahn-Nyeong-Ha-Sei-Yo Hello
감사합니다 Gam-sah-hum-nida Thank You
좋아요 Cho-Ah-Yo Good; Great
나빠요 Na-Pa-Yo Bad
맛있어요 Ma-Shi-So-Yo Tastes good
잘가요 Jal-Ka-Yo Goodbye / Farewell
맥주 Maek-Joo Beer
괜찮아요 Kwen-Cha-Na-Yo That’s ok, fine, no worries
주세요 Joo-Sei-Yo Please (give to me) 
*placed after the object

EWHA Womens University Korean Language Program Review

EWHA Womens University (http://elc.ewha.ac.kr/)

Ehwa is the largest and most prestigious women's university in Seoul but don't worry if you are a male because men are able to attend the universities Korean language program!

What foreigners say: Not much; Is literally located next door to Yonsei and generally the two sets of students mingle a lot after class. If anything because it is known as a female university it's classes are likely to have a higher ratio of women. But with that said so is any Korean language class that you attend. Ewha students are also known to be good looking (as determined by the whole of Seoul)

Cost:  Over a 100,000KRW Cheaper than next door at Yonsei. 
2014 regular program is priced at 1,540,000KRW per term (200 hrs/10 weeks).

Living: located in the Sinchon / Hongdae area in Eastern Seoul. famous for it's lively night life and array of interesting coffee shops, bars, restaurants and shopping. The epicenter of youth life in the city and a great place for those who want to party as much as they study and expose themselves to the infamous night life of Korea. That said while it may be fun to visit these areas occasionally, living in them isn't for everybody. That means walking home and passing bar after bar and the occasional drunk. Also means there will be occasional couples fighting or general drunk loudness nearby your officetel / hasukjip or dormitory. It also means that you will be sharing your experience with a large proportion of other foreign students (something I know some people would rather avoid). Living in this area is also on the more expensive side especially for a one room studio. Expect to get a lot less for more with average one room prices around 500,000KRW/Month with a 5,000,000KRW Key Money or More. Hauskjips and Dormitories will cost less but provide fairly small rooms with communal services (Not great if you plan on entertaining!!)

Plus* Ehwa is a known shopping district although that title is fading a little it still has a large collection of small stalls selling Korean fashion (predominately Womans)

Student Body: Slightly different to other universities in that because it is a woman's university they do seem to get a larger proportion of Islamic students especially from South East Asia who are unaware that classes will also contain males. (Same thing happens at Sookmyung another famous Womans university). Also if you are a male and think that by going to a girls university then you are increasing your chances for fun then Ewha would be a good choice but in all honesty you are going to have the same amount of opportunity to meet women at any university in Seoul.

Atmosphere: Ewha has a great campus with some truly beautiful buildings. It is also a Christian school and as such has a beautiful church on campus. Despite it being a female university usually you will find guys around campus using the study facilities or going to meet their girlfriends. Class atmosphere is not as good as say Yonsei just because the numbers at Ewha are significantly less and the lack of balance between male and female. Watch out for the chinese tourists on campus scouting the latest in Korean campus fashion!

Culture / Job Opportunities: Generally overlooked by professionals in Korea which means little to no networking opportunities. Also the language program is not a focus at Ewha so there isn't much in the way of job postings or other opportunities.

My Verdict: 

2/5 Sojus

There really is no distinct reason why you should choose Ewha over Yonsei or Sogang which are also in the area unless you want to save a few dollars on tuition and you feel more comfortable with the idea of attending a Women's university.

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KIA Motors are seeking a Overseas PR officer in Seoul

A job opportunity currently exists at KIA Motors in Seoul for an experienced Overseas PR officer.

Another great opportunity for a young professional in Seoul! Below is a re-posting of the job advertisement with translation.

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KIA Motors Overseas PR officer 

Job Type: Temporary/Contract
Job Status: Full Time
Pay Negotiable: USD Per Year
Location: Seoul 

 
Job Description 

1. 직무 목적(Objective)
- 해외홍보 업무에 있어 기자단 대응 경험/능력과 기사 작성/컨텐츠 개발
(Media Channel (online/offline) Management, PR Contents Creation/Management)

2. 주요 역할 및 책임 (Major Roles & Responsibilities)
- 사내 홍보자료 및 보도자료 작성(PR Publication / Press Release Writing)
- 디지털 PR 채널 관리 (Digital PR Channel Management)
- 미디어 초청행사 진행 (Media Invitation Program)
- 당사 홍보 채널 및 매체 기자단 관리 (PR Network Communication Management)
- 당사 기자 대응 자료, 긴급 이슈 등 작성 (Press materials provision, key issues/ announcements, etc)

Job Requirement 

1. 지원 자격 (Basic Qualification)
- 영어 원어민 (English Native Speaker), 한국인 교포 지원 가능

2. 학력 및 전공 (Education / Major)
- 학사학위 이상, 신문방송 관련학과 또는 경영학 전공자
(Bachelor`s Degree, Jornalism or Business Administration)

3. 경력 (Experience)
- 홍보 또는 마케팅 직무 경력 3년 이상 (PR or Marketing at least 3years)
- 자동차 산업 지식 보유자 (Automotive industry knowledge)

4. 업무스킬 (Skill)
- 언론 및 미디어 대응 (Actual Experience in PR)
- 영어 말하기, 쓰기 능통자 (English Fluency, written & spoken)
- 영어 작문 능력 (English Writing, Press Releases, PR Publications etc)
- 발표 능력 (Public Speaking Skills)

Guidelines for Applicants

 1. 이메일 접수 (Submit your Resume and Cover letter to recruit@kia.com )
- 이력서 및 자기소개서 (Resume & Cover letter including photo)
- 이력서 기재 사항 (Necessary mentioned items) : 나이, 성별, 국적, 사진, 비자종류 (Age, Sex, Nationality, ID picture, Visa type)

For more information
Email jubith@kia.com
Homepage http://recruit.kia.co.kr
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Unsure of how to prepare a resume? Here is my guide!

And here is what to expect from the application process!

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Hyundai Capital are seeking a Global HR officer in Seoul

A graduate job opportunity currently exists at Hyundai Capital for a Global HR officer. This would be a perfect position for me to apply for if I was currently located in Korea! but because I am so Selfless.....I am posting it here!

Find a re-post of the job information below.

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Hyundai Capital Global Human Resources associate and Corporate Service Associate

Career Level: Entry Level (less than 2 years of experience)
Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Job Type: Temporary/Contract
Job Status: Full Time
Pay Negotiable: USD Per Year
Locations: Seoul
Job Description: 

Human Resources Department - Global HR Management & Development
• Assist global talents recruiting around the world and on-going support
• Support HR related issues of overseas entities
• Support the selection of global exchange program participants and on-going support
• Improve HR policy/regulation in Overseas entities


Corporate Services Department
- Global implemention of corporate culture : setting up strategies, communication
- Planning and management/operation of culture programs
- VIP communications

Job Requirement Credentials and Experience:
Fluent in Korean Language Skill (TOPIK Level 4 and above)
Fluent English Skills (spoken/written)
Bachelor or Master degree
+1 year of relevant experience


Preference:
Applicants from or familiar with countries of our global locations
Background related to planning and management of corporate culture and global communications preferred
Applicants who lived in Korea for +2 years
Passion, open-minded, proactive with good interpersonal and communication skills

Guidelines for Applicants Submission Details :
Please submit your resume/cv with cover letter to recruitment@hyundaicapital.com
Process : Resume screening, 1st, 2nd, 3rd interviews (See here what that might entail)

Additional Information: 

Hyundai Capital Services (HCS) & Hyundai Card Corporation (HCC), a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Company and GE Capital, is a market leader in auto financing and credit card business. It has now set its eyes on becoming a major player on the global stage by advancing into overseas markets. As such, we are looking for talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that thrive on challenge and wish to advance their careers with HCS & HCC. HCS already has overseas operation in the United States, Germany, China, India, Russia, Australia and Brazil while United Kingdom is currently being reviewed for further expansion abroad.

Email: recruitment@hyundaicapital.com
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Unsure of how to prepare a resume? Here is my guide!

And here is what to expect from the application process!

The Australian Embassy in Seoul is seeking an intern for its Public Diplomacy section

The Australian embassy is now advertising for an internship in the public diplomacy and media section. 

As I have written about before usually these positions are given to Korean university students because of the need for professional level Korean ability. As it is the public diplomacy and media section intern hopefuls can expect the role to involve media scanning of Korean articles mentioning Australia, providing support to any Embassy events and also managing the Embassies SNS activities which include a facebook page and a blog.

You can read more about what I have said earlier about embassy internships here.

Below is a re-post of the internship information found on the embassy website.

Internship Position in the Media and Public Diplomacy Section 

The Australian Embassy invites applications from university students or recent graduates interested in undertaking a three-month internship for educational purposes and experience in the Australian Embassy’s Media and Public Diplomacy section. There is a position currently available and further positions will become available over the next twelve months.

The Embassy is looking for enthusiastic workers, keen to learn more about Australia and contribute ideas on how to enhance the Australia-Korea relationship. The position(s) requires well developed English proficiency.

Applications should be in English and include a covering letter, a current résumé including work experience and details of education qualifications. Applications should be e-mailed to seoul.hr@dfat.gov.au by close of business on 15 January 2014. Late applications will not be accepted.

Only applications which include the above documentation will be considered. In order to manage the recruitment process efficiently, only applicants who are successfully short-listed for interview will be contacted. The successful applicants will go on a merit list and positions will be offered as they become available. The positions include a daily meal and transportation allowance. The successful applicants will be required to provide a police record check before commencing duty with the Embassy.

Duties

Under the direction of the Section Head, interns will be required to:
• Media monitoring
• Translate relevant material in Korean/English
• Assist with cultural and outreach events
• Assist with online activities
• Assist with managing and organising official visits;
• and other duties as directed.

Selection Criteria

The Intern should possess the following skills, knowledge and personal attributes:
• An enthusiastic worker, keen to learn more about Australia and contribute ideas on how to enhance the Australia- Korea relationship.
• A good standard of both Korean and English language skills, both verbal and written.
• Computing skills and knowledge including relevant Microsoft office software.
• The position requires a self-starter with initiative, someone who can achieve allotted tasks and motivate supporting staff.
• Good organisational skills and a structured approach would be an advantage.

Kyobo Building in Gwangwhamun - the location of the Austalian embassy in Seoul.