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This training module is about finding a job in Korea. It shows the differences and similarities in finding jobs in Korean and the U.S.A.
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Finding a Job in KoreaPrepared by
Saem Yi Na, Sang Eun, Nanhee, and Seung Tae
PrerequisitesSouth Korea U.S.A.Very focusedGPA 3.6 / 4.5 ScaleTOEIC 750 / 1,000 - Costs $39, 2hr test, allowed
to take it once a month- TOEIC SpeakingServices Activities - Teaching children, give blood,
day care, convalescent centerEducation is very important- Very important where you
went to school (SKY)
Broad perspectiveGPA (Depends on the field)- There is expectation. You are
more than just grades.Test (also depends)- Core key competency such as
reasoning, leadership, etc.Work experience- U.S. students work as students
while Korean students only focus on studying.
Leadership involvementEducation: Different perspective
PrerequisitesSouth Korea U.S.A.Age, gender, appearance,
etc.,- Male (2yrs military, 2 yrs
missionary work)- OPT discouraged, the day
they graduate they return home to find a position.
- Age 26- Jol-up-you-bo (student status
preferred)Men 7 : 3 WomenEnglish and Chinese
Speakers preferred
Age, Sex, appearance not discriminated
Men and women have equal opportunity for a position.
Language
Finding a jobSouth Korea U.S.A.Networking important, but
different. Very tied.- Seniority- Structured- Has the same look.Much more formalGong-chae: They post
available job positions onwww.incruit.co.krwww.scout.co.krwww.jobkorea.co.kr
Networking- Contacting- Uniqueness
Resume South Korea U.S.A.Formal & personalOnly accepted through
internetPersonal information
(picture, age, family etc.,) Certificate (Ja-geok-jeung)Awards (Sang-jang)Detailed, lists every single
thing.Missionary work: don’t
mention organization
Detailed information about what you have done in the previous employment
You lists certificates and awards, but not in the same way.
Resume
Cover letterSouth Korea U.S.A.Much more structuredForm provided by the
company you are applying for.
Mainly talks about who you are and how you can help the company grow.
Detailed
IntroductionYou decide what goes in
it.What you are going to do
for the company.Only list things that are
relevant to the jobConcise.Emphasis.
Cover Letter
TestsSouth Korea U.S.A.In-sung test- How you can fit in the
companyJeok-sung test- Your ability to fulfill the
responsibilities and tasks
Depends on where you work.- Big companies wants to see
how well you function in the company.
Drug test such as TB, AISD, etc., (Health care, transportation)
Accountant, finance (proficiency)
Criminal background (Teaching)
Credit checks.
InterviewsSouth Korea U.S.A.Two times- 1st interview with
business team.- 2nd interview with the
head of the companyMust dress niceNo thank you letter
requiredTakes 5 – 30 days to hear
from themSmall vs Big
Multiple interviews (3-5)Ex) Goldman & Sachs- 11 Telephone interviews - 6 Personal interviewsThey interview you while
having a lunchThank you letter –
courtesyDepends on how big of
hurry they are in.
Additional testSouth Korea U.S.A.Physical test- Mandatory
It depends on the position.
Listed on the job description
- Must be able to reach overhead
- Must be able to reach 50Ibs
Because of the law, you can only do such test if it is a requirement for the job.
- Ex) Airline pilot, BYUH (TB test), etc.
First day at workSouth Korea U.S.A.Training- 2 to 3 months- Structured and very formal- Paid 80% of promised
salary.Stationing- Company decides which
department you will be stationed at.
- Your major doesn’t matter- Watch and listen
You are working while being trained.
Paid 100%.Your responsibility and
position as described in the posting.
ResourcesMi Oak Lee Kim Austin
PresidentPowerExec Search &
Consulting, Inc.,www.PowerExecSearch.c
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Executive DirectorCareer & Alumni