Internships in Busan, South Korea

The program was the reason I could come to Korea in the first place. The staff was very helpful when it came to finding a suitable internship! I could always contact them if I needed help or was unsure about something! They were also always nice and friendly! I was also happy to learn that they offered activities and even educational trips themselves! I can recommend this program to everyone who wants to travel to Korea without worries!! I had an incredible time and could travel and work at the same time!

I think KGY is great when it comes to guidance. It was my first time in Korea and I had a lot of questions and stumbled across some problems in there but I felt relieved when I knew that KGY was there if I had any concerns. I learned a lot about me and my ways of working at the internship and I feel like this will be very useful in my future! KGY helped me a lot finding out how to do stuff and they also gave me the documents I needed for my university and accreditation. I’m pretty satisfied with what I did because I like to do editing a lot and I also mentioned that to KGY that's what I mainly did during my internship, making a lot of videos, and creating and editing them. So thank you so much for everything Korea Gap Year.

It felt a bit overwhelming just because there was so much information and new things I had to discover for my internship but the team is great has been great, they are friendly, some of them speak French and I love the atmosphere already. For my first day on my internship I had a meeting with the CEO and he explained to me the whole story behind the company It was interesting and I could tell he is really passionate about it so it’s great. But it has been good so far and I had a lot of company dinners and I was really excited about that. I 100% enjoyed my time in Korea and happy I had a great internship experience.

Hey, I am Elijah, 22 years old from Hawaii. I was in Korea to be a Marketing and Content Creator at a Sports Company for 3 months. I came alone to Korea, and this was actually my first time going abroad in general, since I have only been within the United States, so it was definitely a huge step for me. I would highly recommend Korea GapYear to anyone who wants to come to South Korea or just wants to experience living in Korea, working in Korea. It does not matter what you do, I am sure that they can find the perfect job for you. My advice to future participants is just to get yourself out there. I mean, for me, I am a very introverted person and so getting myself out there was a little difficult at first. But if you do some research maybe beforehand, before coming, you can find yourself a little community that you can get yourself connect to and just really enjoy every moment you have here.

I'm not confident in Korean I just know how to say Annyeonghaseyo. Saranghae. I love you. I love BTS that's all I need to say. And I have been in South Korea for the past one month and a half. I have about 15 days left. So, I'm doing an internship in marketing and PR. It's in a K-pop entertainment company. It has been good. At the start, it was a bit new. I'm not used to sitting at the desk for such a long period. And this is my first internship, so now I'm used to it. It's a bit easier. All the people over there are really helpful and kind. I'm doing business administration and international business. My school wanted us to do a compulsory internship in our first year. At first, it was just additional work. I didn't want to do an internship right after my exams, since it's my vacation. So, I had to go somewhere that I would actually enjov. So, I was like, I'll just go to South Korea. It's the perfect thing for me. I love BTS. That's why I chose South Korea. It's basically because of BTS. And I don’t regret for a second and I have been really enjoying myself so much. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!

I've learned a lot, actually, because it also has to do with my major, but these are things that I don't particularly do in my classes because we are more designers for websites; I already knew how to do the technical stuff, but it was helpful in handling it the more professional way, because I used to do it only in school, and in school you don't really care about your work that much; here, it's for the company itself, so it has to be done in a professional way, and in that way, it was helpful! Thank you for everything KGY.

I joined an internship at a startup focused on sustainable fashion, creating bags and accessories with a mission to care for the planet. For every item sold, one is donated to a child in Africa. My role involved developing marketing, business, and expansion strategies, applying everything I learned in my Master’s and undergraduate studies. This experience taught me the importance of adapting to different corporate cultures and allowed me to contribute meaningfully to a company with a beautiful mission.

After graduating with a degree I wasn’t sure how to use, I found myself feeling lost. I knew I needed time to refocus and understand what I truly enjoy doing. That’s why I decided to take a gap year, to focus on myself and explore new opportunities. When I was first consulted by Korea Gap Year, I immediately felt understood. They guided me through every step of the process and made sure all of my questions were answered. Their support helped me feel at ease before and during my stay in South Korea. I came to Seoul for a one-month internship at Korea Gap Year, where I worked in marketing—my first time ever in this kind of role. I was both nervous and excited, and I truly wanted to do my best. Three years earlier, I had studied abroad in Seoul for six months, so I already had an idea of what to expect. I knew a month would be the perfect length for me this time both emotionally and financially. If I could have stayed longer, I absolutely would have, because I really enjoyed my time working at Korea Gap Year. At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a Korean work environment. When I arrived, Olivia kindly introduced me to everyone and gave me a tour of the office. I was asked to present myself and share my skills so they could assign tasks accordingly. One of the things I enjoyed most was translating past participants’ stories into English and Spanish. It turned out to be something I loved, and it made me realize that I want to pursue a career in this field. My schedule was Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 6 PM. It was definitely an adjustment especially sitting for eight hours straight but I got used to it. One thing that surprised me was how quiet the office could be. In the U.S., people often greet each other with “good morning” or “have a good day,” whereas in Korea, people just quietly go about their work. At first, I felt a bit rude not saying anything, but eventually, the introvert in me appreciated the quiet too. My main goal during this internship was to become more confident and focused on my career. While I sometimes felt frustrated knowing I had to go back home, this experience gave me time to reflect. The job market in the U.S. has been tough, and I often felt uncertain about what was waiting for me. But living alone in Korea for a month was an eye-opener. It helped me learn so much about myself. I've always struggled to express how I feel, but being here helped me open up. Being a student in Korea three years ago was a completely different experience from working here. It’s much easier to make friends as a student. As a worker, it was more difficult, but I appreciated the little moments when locals would approach me during dinner just to speak English. Some even asked about my Mexican heritage and my Spanish, which made me happy and proud to share. It was a meaningful exchange of cultures. Korean culture was breathtaking to experience again. From packed subways during rush hour to cute themed cafes and late-night karaoke, everything felt surreal. I know I’ll truly miss this lifestyle when I return home. It's definitely true when they say Seoul never sleeps! Don’t be afraid to try new things! Try new foods, drinks, visit places, and step out of your comfort zone. You’re in a different country, don't be shy. If you feel discouraged or homesick just remember that you are working towards your goal and future. I also believe your accomodation should be around a loud neighborhood so it’s not totally quiet making you feel at ease being abroad alone. Thank you, Korea Gap Year, for welcoming me as an intern. I’m incredibly grateful for all that I learned and for the support you gave me. To future participants: - Don’t overpack, unless you don’t plan on spending money in Korea. Honestly, it's hard not to! Everything is more affordable compared to the U.S. or Europe, so bring two suitcases. - Research before you go! Watch videos about getting around Incheon Airport, SIM cards, and public transportation. It’s super helpful. - Be prepared for loneliness if you’re traveling for the first time. At home, eating alone is comforting, but in a new country, it can feel isolating. Thankfully, some coworkers invited me to eat together, which I truly appreciated. - Try new things! Whether it’s food, places, or stepping out of your comfort zone. You’re in a different country! Don’t be shy. If you ever feel homesick, remind yourself why you’re here and what you’re working toward. - Stay somewhere lively. If possible, choose accommodation in a busier area. The noise and energy can help ease feelings of loneliness. What to Bring: - Seoul has tons of stores. Daiso is a lifesaver for essentials and affordable finds. - Two things I had trouble with: finding foundation that matches my skin tone, and pants that fit (if you’re tall, they may run short). So pack those ahead of time! - Don’t forget an adapter for your electronic, but don’t worry if you forget something everything’s accessible here. My Gap Year Review! Environment ★★★★★ I was not used to such a quiet working environment but it was really nice getting to experience a different working culture. Language ★★★★★ It was nice being around the Korean language as it made me learn new vocabulary but if you don’t speak it that’s okay there so many things that are translated to English. Accommodation ★★★★★ I got an Airbnb near the company which was so convenient especially during working hours it gets super busy in the subway. So, if you can get an accommodation near the company I suggest that. Safety ★★★★★ Seoul is very safe in my opinion so I never had to worry about any dangerous parts or activities but it’s still an important thing to be safe wherever you are. Learning ★★★★★ Thank you Korea Gap Year for giving me this opportunity! I learned a lot of new skills and realized what tasks I really enjoy doing. I also learned more Korean than I thought!

KGY is amazing! I completed my internship in a company in Seoul, which was very important for my university studies. Without KGY it would’ve been very hard to find an internship place during the stressful exam period I had prior to the internship period. The communication with KGY went smoothly. Miss Olivia who handled my case was very helpful, patient and very friendly from the beginning to the end! She even helped me to get in a language class so I would be able to acquire more necessary language skills needed to get around more easily. After the internship period we got to visit the 경복궁 wearing 한복 which was amazing (see picture). I had no major difficulties and Korea is a very safe country! In conclusion, I’d recommend KGY to anyone who would like great assistance for their internship in Korea ^^

Hello everyone, so I spent two months in Seoul,South Korea for an internship. These two months were amazing! I have met so many people from all around the world. I have discovered a lot about working in an office but I also got to help organize the Seoul Africa Festival and I have been invited to important events in fancy hotels in Seoul. During these two months I had the chance to visit so many places like palaces, themed park, traditional markets, rooftops, cute streets and cafes, even a huge music festival! To sum up I fell in love with the korean culture and its people!! If I had to do it again I wouldn't change anything at all. Thank you to Korea Gap Year and especially Olivia and Youjin for making this possible for me and making this life experience an amazing one!

I am Amber, french student in international trade and I had a two-months internship at Korea GapYear. Thank you very much to Korea GapYear and to all the staff for allowing me to do my internship in Seoul as I really wanted to. They have been very nice and warm to me since the very first day and helped me integrate into korean life. They have been really understanding and allowed me to gain experience, knowledge and try new things during my internship. Thank you particularly to Olivia who was my tutor during this internship and who helped me not only with my work but with the preparation of my stay in Seoul and my integration into korean culture. They've been really open-minded as I came while I was fasting and that made me feel even more comfortable working with them.

I joined the program in Seoul for three months. To be honest, I was a bit nervous since I had never been abroad before—but it turned out to be an incredibly enjoyable experience. I spent most of my weekdays gaining experience at the company, and during afternoons and weekends, I had plenty of free time. There are so many places to explore in Seoul and around Korea, so I had lots of fun sightseeing and traveling. Whenever I had questions or needed help, the KGY team was always kind and ready to support me. Although it wasn’t a long period, I can confidently say it changed my life. Highly recommended!

My digital marketing internship with Meiji was so fulfilling from the start to the end, they made a lot of effort to accommodate me throughout this internship. The support I had from the airport pickup, orientation and also during the internship was great. I loved the sightseeing excursions we had. Most of them did take place within Seoul except of one trip we did to Incheon's Chinatown and local fish market. I highly recommend Korea for an internship but I would never work here long-term. Koreans are even more workaholics than Japanese!

Meiji Internships was very helpful with all parts of my transition to South Korea. Their response was very efficient within 1-2 days as they do have a lot of applicants in Korea. Most of them seemed to be located in Seoul, but me together with 5 other interns were in Busan which I preferred a lot! You can go for a weekend trip to Fukuoka and we also visited Meiji's headquarters there. Busan is super fun and a port city and Korea's second larget megacity. The Meiji team took us around and organized all parts of our program, from my airport pickup, sim card, public transportation card and also had a terrific experience with the help of them. I recommend Meiji for those wanting to travel abroad and be an intern in Asia as they seem to have a well established grip in this part of the world.

My 3 months in Korea were simply a blast! The whole experience was amazing and Meiji Internships did make sure I was in safe hands throughout the whole process. From the application start all way to arriving at my apartment in Seoul. The staff did a great job making the whole experience as smooth and comfortable as possible. I was placed in a guest house and cultural tourist agency where I was exposed to an international environment helping fellow foreigners to get around Seoul. At the same time I was also able to discover all the hidden spots and foodie places that this great city has to offer. The whole internship passed by so quickly and I am really thankful for this very rewarding three months I had there. I made some business contacts while I was there and will be back for another internship next Summer. Khamsamnida Meiji!

I am a US born-and-bred Korean who had unfortunately never had the privilege of visiting my home country. It had been a dream of mine since a young age to finally go to Korea and reconnect with my roots, as well as my family! Once I graduated and found myself with a lot more freedom, I decided I would finally make the dream happen. I didn’t want to just visit though, I wanted to live, breathe, and feel Seoul! The best way to get into the groove of Soul life was to start working, but without any language ability it’s not so easy - so I got in contact with Meiji Internships! They offered me a company you cannot say no to, and the company was in a field that was related to my major. Best of all there were no language requirements! The work was in the industry of PR & Marketing, with a strong focus on social media platforms. I represented a company that deals Korean goods on the international market, and I found it really interesting to have to consider the ways to market cross-culturally! However the working hours were a standard 9-5, so don’t expect to be lazy. On my time off I took full advantage of Seoul and by the end I could really feel my Korean roots, I started to get a really strange feel of nostalgia even though I’d never lived in the country. I connected with a lot of my family, and learnt so much about my own heritage. This was such a moving, and meaningful trip for me!

As a busy university student, I had a lot on my plate and really had no time to be searching for internships abroad. Meiji was recommended to me by a classmate, and that’s how the journey began. Having that middle man that takes away the stress, time, and headache that comes with searching for an internship? That’s a godsend. I worked on the digital marketing for a student accommodation provider right in the centre of Seoul. It’s painful to admit, but I’m addicted to social media, so this was no problem for me! Also as an actual student I felt that I could really understand the needs of the customers, so I was definitely in my element there. The small team I worked with was extremely encouraging. They understood well that I came from a completely different culture, and they did everything they could to ensure I settled in to this new one. Together we worked hard in the office on weekdays, but partied harder in Hongdae on the weekends - what more could you want? Two thumbs up from me, if I could I’d give it three.

I’ll be leaving Seoul very soon and I’m sincerely going to miss my new life, friends, and memories here. Since I was young, I always knew I wanted to see South Korea, and when I finally touched down I was not at all disappointed in my decision. Luckily I already had a few friends living in Seoul, so they were able to show me around and introduce me to the culture. It is fascinating. Meiji made my trip so easy and comfortable. I wasn’t sure which package to go for, but decided to pay a little extra for the added comfort, so I went for their business package. I was spot on with this decision as everything from the accommodation to the airport pickup was perfect. I could always contact them if I had concerns too, which really put my mind at ease, Anyway, I will definitely be back soon.

My 3 month internship in South Korea has now come to an end and all I can say is that I miss the country and the city of Seoul already! I had the chance to meet a lot of good people and I got along so well with my colleagues and supervisor. There’s nothing I want more than to return to Korea, so I’m now considering ways that I can return - I’m even considering the possibility of doing another internship there!

Meiji did everything perfect, in terms of accommodation, sightseeing, my company… the wonderful staff did an amazing job. I can sense that they do what they do with passion, because it was clear they genuinely wanted me to have a good experience. I would consider this as a learning opportunity, I grew as a person and got a greater sense of responsibility. An internship helped me in my professional and personal development, and it also provided a much-needed break from my school studies. South Korea is a fantastic country, full of friendly people. I chose this country for this reason, as well as my love of their culture.