Arbeit in South Korea: how Russian-speaking immigrants work and earn money

South Korea is a world leader in information technology and auto manufacturing. The country provides jobs to qualified candidates from Russia and other countries of the former USSR. Korean employers are eager to hire technical specialists and financial analysts. The article will tell you in detail how to get a job in South Korea in 2021, what salary you can expect and what you need to get a job.

Advantages and disadvantages of employment in South Korea

Employment in Korea for foreigners has its advantages and disadvantages. The positive points include:

1. Opportunity to find a job even without knowing the Korean language.
2. Quite a large number of vacancies for foreigners.
3. Seasonal work opportunities.
4. Good income for people who speak Korean.
5. Employment opportunities through various agencies.

But there are also some disadvantages:

1. The average level of earnings is slightly lower than in Europe. However, this figure is certainly growing. But in general it is higher than in Russia, even compared to large cities.
2. Unskilled labor is not valued highly enough.
3. Prices in the country are quite high, especially taking into account the capital and large cities.

In general, Korea is considered a fairly interesting destination, especially for those citizens who know the local language or at least English.

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Working in South Korea - reviews from those who left

Good day everyone! I personally lived in Korea for more than six months, so I know very well what is happening there. I recommend that those who want to go think very carefully. I am in no way discouraging it, but there is no easy job in Korea. It's hard there both physically and mentally. Therefore, if you have good motivation, then you will be able to work there, but if you think that it is a resort, you are mistaken.

Below I will describe in more detail: 1. The working day is 12 hours (this is for most vacancies, of course there are better conditions, but there are also worse ones). And all these 12 hours you will work almost non-stop (this is not Russia, where in 8 hours of work they manage to smoke a pack of cigarettes).

2. Everything needs to be done quickly (their favorite word is “Pali”, which translates as “faster”): move quickly, think quickly, learn quickly and even eat quickly (but again, it all depends on the place where you find yourself).

3. Mentality. Koreans are very hierarchical in everything, and you will be at the bottom of the work hierarchy. What does this mean: the sajjan (owner) can shout at you, swear (it’s also normal for them to crack the back of the head or the butt if an employee does something wrong). It is very rare for sajans to show physical aggression, but if this happens, you don’t need to fight with them (if you fight, you’ll be handed over to the police), but you shouldn’t let yourself be offended either. You need to make it clear by your appearance that you are ready to fight back. We had such a case when a hanguk hit a worker with a stick, the worker took the stick and, with a menacing look, said a couple of affectionate things to him. Hanguk, of course, did not understand the text, but he realized that if he continued, he might get an answer. But after such cases, you usually have to change your place of work. In no case should you teach the sajjan how to do the job better, they are very conservative, plus you are at the bottom of the work hierarchy!

4. Sometimes they fire you for funny (to our understanding) reasons, for example, he eats little, he smells strongly of sweat.

5. Alcohol. Most Koreans drink a lot. But unlike our alcoholics, they still go to work early in the morning. If you live in a Korean family and eat at the same table, then their hospitality obliges you to offer you everything that they eat and drink. Therefore, when you are offered alcohol, it is better to refuse, so that later you are not fired for drinking too much.

6. At the very beginning of your work it will be very difficult for you due to the language barrier. Sajjan will be annoyed that you do not understand him, so he may shout a lot (and there are those who shout constantly). There is no need to take it to heart and accumulate resentment, they have such a mentality, this is normal for them.

7. Food. She's sooooo spicy. Plus, it is specific and the set of products is different from what we are used to. Little potatoes, little meat, a lot of vegetables, a lot of different seaweeds. But if your meals are paid for by your employer, this is a very big plus, since their products are expensive (like everything else)

In fact, I can tell you a whole bunch more, but it will take a lot of time.

To sum it up: if you need money (really need it), if you adapt easily, if you are hardy (many told me that they were super hardy, and then ran home after a week), then prepare yourself mentally for the toughest conditions (it’s better to let in the end, the conditions will be better than you expected, rather than vice versa) and go to work.

Without a visa, you can stay for 2 months or remain an illegal immigrant for a longer period (but there is no point in remaining an illegal immigrant for less than 6 months, since after leaving the country you will definitely not be able to go there in the next 3 years).

Those who say that you can’t make money in Korea fall into two categories: they skip their entire salary or run from one job to another without even working for a month (I’ve seen it many times about those who drink everything away, some say so directly that I go to clubs). One guy sent home only 150,000 rubles in 8 months, which I personally gave to his mother when I returned from Korea.

I read here that they recommend traveling without agents and so on. My opinion is this: if you have friends in Korea and they are guaranteed to accommodate you, then you can. And if you are eating for the first time and you don’t have anyone there, then it’s better to contact an agent, yes, you will pay for the service, but it will pay off. But the decision is up to you.

If you need work, you can write to me, I deal with ferry tickets and work directly with Hanguk, but I don’t have factories or construction sites, I only have maritime vacancies for men on Kim and Chambok. There are no jobs for women yet, but soon Kim will appear in factories (the work is easy on the one hand, and hard on the other).

In any case, I hope my review will help you decide whether you personally should go to Korea to earn money.

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Employment in South Korea

Currently, there is a visa-free regime between our countries; Russians can stay in South Korea for up to 90 days out of 180, but no more than 60 days continuously. But this does not apply to those who are going to work in the country. Only the following categories of applicants can legally get a job:

• ethnic Koreans;
• highly qualified specialists at the request of the Korean employer.

On the website of the South Korean Consulate it is written in large letters “No work visas are issued to CIS citizens!!!”, so a number of questions related to official employment immediately disappear.

Among the professions in demand in the market of highly qualified specialists are:

• IT specialists;
• designers;
• engineers in various directions;
• specialists in physics and mathematics;
• chemist scientists, etc.

These categories of applicants will have to withstand intense competition, and knowledge of English and Korean is required.

Those who were unable to directly interest a Korean employer can count on the following jobs:

• general workers;
• work in a factory or plant;
• service sector (maids, dishwashers, etc.);
• farm workers.

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The job search can take place either independently (through Internet resources, print media, or by sending resumes directly to employers) or through specialized recruiting agencies. Their services cost quite a lot, but in this case it is a justified expense, because... they really help to avoid many problems that arise during employment. With the help of the agency, you can find work in a taxi, in production, in the hotel business, etc.

Vacancies and working conditions in South Korea

1. Work for Arbeit men in factories and factories

Salary for men 70,000 KRW – 80,000 KRW per day Paid daily. It is possible to increase wages due to overtime, it depends on desire and production necessity. Working day – 11 hours, working week 5, Saturday, Sunday – days off. During work two meals a day. Housing is paid for by the employee, costing from $50 - $100 per month.

2. Agricultural sector - vegetable collection

Salary for men 80,000 KRW per day

Salary for women 60,000 KRW per day

Paid daily. It is possible to increase wages due to overtime, it depends on desire and production necessity.

Working day - from 7 to 17:30, working week 5, Saturday, Sunday - days off.

Housing is provided by the employer.

During work two meals a day.

3. Work in post offices - unloading, loading

Salary for men 75,000 – 80,000 KRW per day

Paid every day.

Working day 10 hours.

Housing is paid for by the employee, $300 is motel rent, can be divided between two or three people.

You can pay for housing in installments.

4. Working in a denim factory

Both men and women are required. Married couples are welcome.

Salary 1 million 500 thousand - 1 million 600 thousand KRW (1280 - 1370 dollars per month)

Housing and food are provided by the employer.

The factory is located an hour's drive from Seoul.

5. Work in a textile factory: Packing, processing, washing fabric.

Men required.

Salary 1 million 600 thousand KRW (1390 dollars per month).

Housing, 3 meals a day, special. clothing is provided by the employer.

The factory is located 40 minutes from Seoul. Working day: 12 - 14 hours, day off - Sunday.

The factory is located 40 minutes from Seoul

6. Work on sea farms in South Korea

Work on sea farms: tying knots, getting buoys, feeding abalone, etc. Work that requires physical exertion. The work combines being on the shore and at sea (not far from the shore). Weekends – rainy and windy days. If the weather is good, then once every 2 weeks. You must not have any physical disabilities.

Monthly payment: 1,500,000 won. Work period: from 2 months. Housing, wi-fi and 3 meals a day are provided at the expense of the employer.

7. Work for women in a karaoke club and bar as a hostess

Salary $2500 - $3000 per month, formed from a salary from 900 KRW to 1 million KRW and tips.

Housing is provided by the employer: in a residential block at the club or in apartments near the club. Accommodation for 2-3 girls per room. The apartment is equipped with everything necessary: ​​kitchen, shower, toilet, washing machine, etc. Air travel: organized from Moscow, paid for by the employer (50% of the cost of a one-way ticket, approximately $300, is deducted from the first salary).

Requirements: age 20 – 30 years, attractive appearance, sociability, friendliness, resistance to stress. Welcome: - knowledge of spoken English and Korean, - artistic skills (singing, dancing).

8. Working on a fishing boat

The ship goes to sea in the morning and returns to port in the evening. There is a team of fishermen on the ship, led by the ship's captain. Fishing is carried out not far from the shore. Vacancy for an auxiliary worker on a ship.

Salary 80,000 KRW per day, paid every day. Meals are provided during work. Housing is paid by the employee at $90 per month per person.

You can travel for 2-3 months, no visa required. Due to the constantly changing rules for exiting and entering South Korea, our managers will provide you with all the necessary information over the phone.

Jobs in South Korea for Russians, Ukrainians and Kazakhstanis

Blue-collar jobs are considered the most in demand in South Korea. Most immigrants find employment in small or medium-sized businesses, where the total number of employees does not exceed 100 people.

In the country, it is quite easy for almost any person to get a job without having any qualifications. Men get jobs in factories or factories producing furniture, plastic, sewing jeans, etc. In addition, there are jobs as packers or harvesters on farms.

Women or girls can get a job in a confectionery shop, a garment factory, or as sorters of fish and seafood. In general, the work is not particularly difficult, since the enterprises have implemented a conveyor system.

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How to legally come to work in Korea?

I know several legal ways to come to Korea to work:

1. By invitation, if you are a super specialist and a company needs you, it invites you, issues a work visa, you sign a contract with this company, usually for a year, after which it is extended or ends. This usually concerns specialists in modern technologies and invites them to large companies such as Samsung, LG.
2. If you are a citizen of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and your grandfather was Korean and you can document this, you can get an H-2 visa, which is a work visa and allows you to work in virtually any workplace in Korea using physical labor, construction, factories, etc. etc.
3. If you are a Russian citizen and your grandfather was Korean and you can also document this fact, you can obtain an F-4 visa from the Korean mission in Russia. By the way, this is a very good visa, which allows you to engage in business in South Korea, but you cannot work in construction with this visa (at the time of writing).
4. To study at a university in South Korea, complete a bachelor's or master's degree and try to find a job, multilingual people are willingly hired not only by large companies, but also by small enterprises.

In all other cases, a citizen of Russia and the CIS cannot work in Korea. If I'm wrong, please write in the comments, everyone will be interested.

Features of work in South Korea:

§ Work overtime is paid additionally.

§ On average, a working day lasts 10 hours a day.

§ The schedule at some enterprises may be flexible.

§ Night shifts are possible.

§ There are no fixed days off.

As for wages, at first it will be minimal - about $600 per month, but over time this figure will increase. Jobs in low-skilled fields can pay up to $1,000 a month.

Women, on average, have lower earnings than men:

§ Women – 660-700 dollars.

§ Men – 750-800 dollars.

Quite often, the employer provides its visiting employees with housing and food. Of course, you shouldn’t count on luxurious conditions, however, a portable house or container (trailer) with a refrigerator, washing machine and wi-fi is also quite good.

For visitors who have a higher education, an opportunity for career growth opens up directly in the capital itself, where the income level is an order of magnitude higher than in the suburbs. In Seoul you can get a job as a programmer, engineer, biologist or chemist. In this case, you definitely need to have a master's degree.

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Working day in South Korea

The work schedule in this country is similar to Japan and, by world standards, one of the most difficult. The working day at a local company starts at 8 am and lasts until 17-30 or 18-00, but these are only standard hours. In practice, it is rare for employees to leave their workplaces before 20:00 or 21:00 in the evening.

According to working conditions, in addition to standard working hours, overtime of 4-6 hours per day is allowed, for which additional payment is made. Thus, the average Korean works 68 hours a week.

The heavy schedule has affected the birth rate of Koreans, so local authorities have reconsidered the conditions and are preparing a new bill to reduce the maximum amount of time to 52 hours a week. If the standards are not followed, employers will be fined large sums.

Despite the work schedule, at first foreign workers are given low salaries from $600-1000 for a probationary period. Next, a contract is concluded and the salary is fixed according to the staffing table. The probationary period is from two to three months.

What to expect without knowing the language

In South Korea, lack of language proficiency can be a significant problem for many immigrants. However, some representatives of companies that offer this or that vacancy claim that there is a large percentage of Russian speakers there. However, in reality everything is a little different. Business managers prefer to communicate in their native language. As a last resort, the employee is expected to know at least English.

The main requirement for qualified specialists is knowledge of English at a sufficient level. If a foreigner also speaks Korean, finding a high-paying job will be much easier.

How can you earn money in South Korea?

Getting a job in South Korea is not easy if you are not a resident of this country. It is possible to get a job in a good position that provides decent earnings only if the Russian candidate is more educated than the Korean one.

The most popular vacancies in South Korea:

• Design specialties;
• Technologists;
• Scientists in applied sciences;
• Scientists in the field of chemical and physical industry;
• Radio engineering workers;
• IT technology developers.

If you do not have a special education, but you dream of visiting South Korea for the purpose of temporary employment to earn money, you can work in a plant or factory.

In the republic there are many farms engaged in agriculture, furniture manufacturing factories, fish processing enterprises, factories for sewing various textile products and many other organizations that agree to provide work to migrants.

When selecting personnel, preference is given to people with knowledge of Korean or English.
The most available vacancies for Russian migrants:

• Farm worker;
• Turner of the highest category;
• Sailor;
• Fish shop employee;
• Resort and guest service staff;
• Sales representatives of companies;
• Catering staff;
• Factory employee;
• Packer (packer);
• Electrician specialist;
• Printing employee;
• Metal workers.

If you decide to come to Korea and find a job without a visa, then the situation becomes somewhat more complicated. Only general laborers will be able to get a job. With all this, the nature of the work itself can change quite often, from a dishwasher in the kitchen of a restaurant to an assistant at a construction site. Your day will be busy with work and may even last more than 12 hours. How much will you be paid for such work? It depends on your knowledge of the language. Payment for work will be no more than $100 per day.

What vacancies are there in South Korea?

First of all, blue-collar jobs are in demand. Men can get a job in a furniture or plastic manufacturing plant, in a jeans sewing factory, or in seafood processing. You can get a job as a packer or harvester on a farm. For girls there are positions in confectionery shops, garment factories, fish and seafood sorters.

The labor is not too hard because the conveyor system is widely used. Immediately after arrival, wages in South Korea for Russians will be minimal: $600. Gradually, income will increase; employment in a low-skilled field can bring up to 1000 US currency units monthly.

Women earn less: the average salary is 660-700 versus 750-800 dollars for men. Overtime is paid at a separate rate (for each hour they will pay twice as much), you are allowed to overwork up to 2 hours daily.

Often the employer provides housing and three meals a day. True, the conditions are not the best: usually it is a trailer, container or portable house. Each room has a refrigerator, washing machine, wi-fi. The work week is six days, but Saturday is a shortened day and Sunday is a day off.

For emigrants with higher education, it is possible to put their diploma to good use. The capital has the most career prospects and the highest incomes here. Work opportunities for Russians in Seoul include employment as a programmer, engineer, chemist, physicist, biologist. A specialist degree is not suitable for this; you must complete a master's degree.

The most in-demand professions for foreigners in South Korea

During negotiations between the South Korean and Russian Governments, an agreement was signed on visa-free entry for Russians for a period of 60 calendar days. The purpose may be a tourist or business trip, treatment in local clinics or health centers. Thanks to these conditions, citizens of the Russian Federation are increasingly traveling to South Korea, and some manage to find work during their vacation.

The demand for foreigners has the following reasons:

1. Korean companies require young and talented specialists, a country for creativity and modernization in any field.
2. Manufacturers and construction companies need men with strong physical shape, preferably Slavs, since Koreans are physically weaker.
3. In the tourism industry, girls and boys of European appearance are hired.

It is worth noting that Korean employers have strict age requirements. Candidates are considered between the ages of 20 and 45. Many Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians are looking for work in Seoul; the capital is looking for energetic people in the following industries:

• IT technologies;
• banking sector;
• technology and electronics;
• tourism sector, animation, entertainment;
• trade;
• Agriculture;
• food industry.

Women have the opportunity to get jobs in food and light industry factories, textile production or confectionery shops. Some industries don’t even require experience; Korean employers are willing to teach all skills on the spot.

The list does not include the medical field - this is because Korean doctors are true professionals. Many Russians and Ukrainians go to South Korean centers for treatment for various ailments or for plastic surgery. Local doctors use many methods of oriental medicine that are not typical of the Slavs. Therefore, they rarely offer doctor jobs to foreigners; even plastic surgeons are irrelevant for them. There are a large number of plastic clinics in the country, where operations are performed by Korean professionals who have long been skilled in this matter, but you can still try your luck. Doctors' salaries range from $3,400 to $4,700.

Also, outside teachers are not so in demand, unless they are English teachers. It is very prestigious to work in secondary and higher universities in Korea. The salary of a teacher in a private school starts from $3,100; in universities, teachers receive from $3,700.

To get a job in Seoul or another large city in a specialized position, you will have to go through a serious qualifying competition. But recently, more and more vacancies are being published for non-core positions. There are fewer requirements here - good health, discipline and ability to work. Many positions are open for employment in shipbuilding, construction, and industry. There are even vacancies in crematoriums. You can enter the labor market legally on your own or through agencies, which you should choose carefully.

Features of job search in South Korea for Russian vacancies 2021

1. It’s better to fly to South Korea as a tourist, get to know the Korean capital, communicate with the Russian-speaking population, listen to their reviews about life and work in the city.
2. South Korea has a fairly high level of competition in the labor market. People come here from all over the world, and experience and qualifications are decisive.
3. The city is home to the main offices of large global corporations - Kia, Hyundai, Samsung, etc., which always need qualified workers, including foreigners.
4. To get a good job with a normal salary, you need to know English. Additional knowledge of Korean is also a big plus for your resume. Without knowledge of the language you should not count on a well-paid job.
5. It is better to send your resume to potential employers directly, without third parties. Intermediaries may turn out to be scammers. You can also contact a professional recruitment agency, preferably South Korean or international. There are agencies on the territory of the Russian Federation in Nakhodka and Vladivostok.
6. Those who decide to come to South Korea not on a work visa can get an “arbeit”, that is, hard work that pays below average. These are usually places for handymen.
7. While searching for vacancies on the Internet, you can place an ad like “looking for a job in South Korea,” attach a resume to it, and monitor visits to the page.

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To South Korea for the sake of Pillars

Oddly enough, I ended up doing rotation work in South Korea because of my interest in the mountains and our Pillars. In February 2021, one acquaintance left to work, but I didn’t know where at the time. I wanted to spend the summer on Stolby and on trips to the mountains closest to Krasnoyarsk, so already in March I thought that it would be nice to work for 2-3 months on a shift, earn extra money and live on this money until the end of the summer.

And so I call this comrade and find out that he is on duty in South Korea. We talked about working conditions, the road and other details - and I understand that I also want to try this. I started looking for work myself via Facebook and Telegram. I chose places intuitively. I only knew that the words “tashima” and “kim” were used to describe physically difficult work.

Work in South Korea for Russians – reviews from people

First, I spent two months studying companies that send people to work in Korea (reviews, etc.). Stopped at Korea Center. In Kemerovo there was (!) a branch from Korea Center!!! I decided to go through them. BUT!!! Men from Korea came and demanded money back from this branch (and very harshly, even to the point of reprisals)! They flew away in December and earned little!!! The branch got very scared and...!!!.. CLOSE CLOSED QUICKLY!!! I decided to go in May after all! I called the Korea Center (Irkutsk branch). Paid. Arrived in Irkutsk at the appointed time. I had an interview with them (there were 5 more people besides me). The next day we flew to Korea. At the airport we went through passport control (one of our group was not allowed through). Passport control must be passed cheerfully, with a smile!!! You are a tourist!!! There are very observant people sitting there!!! We were met by 2 people. They brought the group to a dormitory in Daeso City. Never give your passport to anyone!!! Korea Center doesn't do that kind of crap. This is for those who will travel through other companies. Especially for job seekers in Russia (useful information loxotrona.net/post/5429) We worked on plastic windows. After the first day of work, I could barely get up and go to work. After 2 weeks I was running like a 20-year-old! They paid 1,700,000 won (85,000 rubles). I worked together with the Chinese and Thais (they worked under a contract and earned money..!!!.. just like me). By the way, three times I and my international team (15 workers) ran away from the immigrants into the forest!!! I worked on windows for 2 months. The visa was expiring. I decided to stay in Korea (on the advice of friends). Illegal!!! The salary did not suit me in Daeso and I left for the city of Ansan (an area where there are many Russians - Tekol). I rented a room (320,000 won per month + 1,000,000 won deposit). Came to Samushil. They hired me right away. He earned 100,000-110,000 rubles (+chanob, yagan). He worked mainly at a furniture factory. In winter, work became worse! And then there’s the Olympics, inspections at factories. The immigrant earned her bread with a quality mark! I started earning less. WINTER! I took my deposit and my earnings, bought a ticket and flew to Russia. By the way, many people want to go to America after Korea. Be careful with visa agencies in Russia (useful information loxotrona.net/post/5431) I arrived at the airport calmly. I immediately went to the migration police. They took fingerprints there. Signed the papers!!! All!!! Just be sure to take a photo of your place of residence in Korea before arriving at the airport (for those who have overstayed their visa)!!! Photo of the house, street (this is very important!!!). My passport was stamped 68(1) - this is an order for deportation. Such stamps are received in the passport of all foreigners who have been in Korea longer than they are entitled to under a visa or under the terms of a visa-free regime, but at the same time they themselves voluntarily came to the immigration office and also voluntarily decided to leave the country (I will be able to enter Korea only after 3 -5 years) My expenses for everything amounted to more than 60,000 rubles. 25,000 paid to the company + 500 dollars in cash (friends took 100 dollars with them, but they had to be very frugal) + other small expenses. When I worked on windows, I was paid once a month. In Ansan (in Samushila) - almost every day I earned: on plastic windows - 3,400,000 (170,000 rubles) in 2 months. in Ansan about 600,000 rubles (August-December). From Korea I sent 2 parcels for about 110,000 rubles (I sent money through Western Union! By the way, they don’t pay attention to an expired visa in the passport) I always communicated at work with gestures. They won't give you a difficult job! Therefore, it is enough to communicate in sign language! I learned about 10-15 Korean words in a year. I stayed in Korea from May 2017 to June 2021 and I don’t regret it at all!!! Now I want to train as a blogger (info if anyone is interested loxotrona.net/post/5430

How to find a job in South Korea without intermediaries?

To qualify for a high position, you need to have experience in a specific field, speak Korean at an above-average level, and have a higher education. Preference is given to candidates who speak several languages ​​- at least Korean and English.

Work in South Korea without knowledge of the language is available to seasonal workers. As a rule, such migrants work as housekeepers, gardeners, cleaners, rescuers, etc. Such work is often illegal. For exploiting an illegal migrant, the employer pays a large fine, and the foreigner is deported to his homeland without the right to re-enter for several years.

Education, experience, professional skills and qualifications of a foreigner are important when finding employment. Such candidates can apply for a decent position in Hyundai, Samsung, etc.

Leading companies in Korea often require managers, assistants, financial analysts, and secretaries. Secretaries and assistants are a competitive position, in this case employers prefer to consider Korean applicants. A position that requires flexible thinking, work experience and fresh ideas is equally relevant for both the indigenous population of the country and visitors.

Employers willingly hire graduates of Korean and European universities. For this reason, many Russians prefer to receive education outside the Russian Federation. Graduates and postgraduate students from French and British universities are especially valued.

Where to look for private advertisements?

Vacancies for Russians in South Korea can be found on the following websites:

• JobKorea;
• WorkGo;
• SaraminCo;
• GlobalSeoulGo.

Don't neglect social connections. The social network LinkedIn will be an excellent assistant in your job search. This is a site designed to find qualified employees and establish partnerships. A user who fills out the form completely (tab with education, professional skills, work experience, etc.) receives offers from various international companies. Thus, there is no need to search for anything - the employer finds the candidate himself.

Some foreigners turn to Korean recruitment agencies. All you need to get a job is a professionally written resume. An employer interested in a candidate schedules an online interview.

What professions are in demand in South Korea?

Korean employers value hard work, quick learning, initiative and knowledge of languages ​​in candidates. In 2021, the following professions are in demand in South Korea:

• engineers;
• scientists;
• programmers;
• technical staff;
• financiers.

The algorithm for successfully finding a job in Korea is the same as in Russia. To get a job in this country, you need not only to meet general requirements, but also to be a sociable, promising, and ambitious specialist. It is these character traits that are characteristic of the indigenous people of Korea, which makes employment for migrants competitive.

What kind of work can a girl do in Korea?

Finding a job abroad is not a problem for a girl of Slavic appearance. True, this also hides a big disadvantage: many offers on the Internet are related to intimate services and labor exploitation.

What kind of job can a Russian student apply for? Koreans are happy to invite girls to work in clubs, karaoke, bars, and hotels for 3-6 months. However, knowledge of Korean is not necessary (English is sufficient). Model-looking girls are often invited to appear on the covers of Korean magazines, as catwalk models for lingerie, cosmetics and global brands.

What do Russian girls without qualifications do in Korea:

• singers;
• waitresses;
• hostess;
• dancers;
• animators;
• nannies;
• models.

Employers pay visa and flight costs. Seasonal workers are provided with housing, three meals a day and all conditions for full-fledged living in the country.

Before agreeing to seasonal work, it is necessary to check the compliance of the clauses of the contract with the Labor Code of South Korea. The employer is obliged to provide a social guarantee to the migrant, provide him with good living conditions, and pay no less than the established minimum. The design must be official.

What is required from candidates:

• age from 18 years;
• pleasant well-groomed appearance;
• communication skills, knowledge of English (Korean is welcome);
• presence of a foreign passport.

Koreans consider girls of European appearance as models. Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians fall into this category.

Standard working conditions for temporarily employed girls:

• contract for a period of 3-6 months (sometimes extended to 2 years);
• availability of a specific type of work visa;
• registration with the immigration service;
• availability of health insurance;
• availability of air tickets home (if the contract ends in 3-6 months.

Seasonal workers' earnings start from $1,500 per month, excluding tips and overtime.

Procedure for getting hired:

1. Filling out the form.
2. Online interview.
3. Preparation of contract.
4. Collection of documents (the list is put forward by the employer).
5. Purchasing air tickets.
6. Obtaining a visa.
7. Flight, accommodation.

Sometimes Korean employers require you to send materials confirming your professional suitability. This applies to girls who intend to work as vocalists, dancers, and models. Audio and video recordings and portfolio serve as confirmation.

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Maxim Buchin, 23 years old, hometown - Kumertau, Bashkortostan, tourism, @666_mybestlife

About Me

I graduated from college with a degree in tourism. Once I went to South Korea on a visa-free basis for a couple of months. In the end, I lived there for two years.

Korea attracted me with its mentality. The people there are different - kind, sympathetic, always ready to help. Koreans are emotional and know how to enjoy little things. There's also delicious food there.

The country is developed.

There is a lot of work, you can easily live on your salary, rent a house and have money for entertainment.

About Arbeit

Arbeit is a popular type of work in Korea. This is usually the name given to an office where those who want to make money come.