This article covers Korean labor rights for expats.
It includes:
- What benefits you’re entitled to
- How much notice a company needs to give
- Where to get help if you need it
Don’t Get a Job in South Korea Before Reading This
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The Ultimate Guide to Jobs in Korea for Foreigners
This post covers all you need to know about jobs in Korea for foreigners.
It includes:
- How to find your first job
- When to apply
- Which Visa to get
I got my first job in South Korea in 2006 and worked in 8 different industries. Here’s what I learned from my experience.
Complete Guide to Korean Business Fashion and Stylish Office Outfits
This post covers everything you need to know about Korean office fashion and dress codes.
I’ll explain which outfits are appropriate for men and women and what to avoid.
I learned about dress codes during my first corporate gig in South Korea.
How to Earn More Money Teaching English in Korea
This guide shows you how to teach English in Korea like a seasoned vet.
You’ll learn:
- How to find the right job for you
- Expected starting salary
- What to do before signing a contract
- How to get better teaching jobs
I got my first job in South Korea in 2006 and worked at private academies, public schools, universities and education companies. Here’s what I learned from my experiences.
How to Break into Acting in South Korea
Acting in South Korea is a fun way to fast track your career.
Just avoid some easy-to-miss pitfalls and you’ll be fine.
I worked in show biz in South Korea for a few years.
Here’s what I learned.
What It’s Like to Work at a Flight Attendant Academy in Korea
There are places in South Korea where 20 something, mostly females learn how to get a job as a flight attendant.
They call them “stewardess academies”, and at one point, they were big businesses.
This is about how I managed to get a job at one and keep it for 5 years.
16 Awesome Jobs in Korea for Foreigners Without a Degree
College isn’t for everyone.
But not in Korea. It has one of the highest university enrollment rates on the planet.
Don’t let that stop you though. Having a special set of skills will help you get jobs that locals can’t or won’t do.
Here are some jobs you can get as a foreigner in Korea without a degree.
How to Get Along with Your Korean Boss and Coworkers
This guide will help you understand Korean work culture and get along with your coworkers and bosses.
It teaches:
- How to build relationships
- What’s expected of you
- What you can get away with
- What to avoid
I worked at Korean companies for 5 years.
How to Get Severance Pay in Korea as a Foreigner
This step-by-step guide shows you how to get severance pay (퇴직금) in South Korea as an expat.
You’ll learn how to speed up the process and:
- What to do if your employer doesn’t want to pay
- Where to file a claim
- What information you need to present
Korean Job Titles and Corporate Hierarchy Explained by a Local
This post covers the most common Korean job titles and their duties.
It will show you how to find out:
- who is important
- how to address them
- how long it takes to get promoted
I learned about Korean corporate titles at my first job.
