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Han River and the Yeouido skyline with the 63 Building
Annyeong Seoul · Internship & Study

Internships & study programs in Seoul

Short study trips, exchange programs, company internships and semester courses in Seoul for universities, companies and organizations abroad. Run them as designed, or let us adjust them to your group's goals, size and dates.

Length7 days to 6 monthsForUniversities, companies and organizations abroad; students and graduatesLanguageEnglish (longer programs include Korean classes)

Programs (6)

Lotte World Tower and JamsilYear-round
Annyeong, Korean Industry

Corporate & Industry Site Visits

A short group program visiting Korean conglomerates, startups and industrial sites, with on-site briefings and Q&A.

Length
7–14 days
For
Universities, companies, associations and government bodies abroad
When
Year-round
Fee: on requestLearn more
Musicians in hanbok playing traditional instrumentsYear-round
Annyeong, Korean Culture

University & Cultural Exchange

A two-week program of lectures and campus activities at a Korean university, a buddy exchange with Korean students, and cultural experiences.

Length
2 weeks
For
Student groups from universities abroad (faculty leaders welcome)
When
Summer and winter breaks
Fee: on requestLearn more
Students attending class on laptopsOn request
Annyeong, K-Business

Global Business & Innovation Program

A 3–6 week program of lectures on the Korean economy and industry, startup visits in Pangyo, Seongsu and Gangnam, and a final team project presentation.

Length
3–6 weeks
For
Business and economics students, young professionals
When
Summer and winter breaks
Fee: on requestLearn more
Han River and the Yeouido skyline with the 63 BuildingRuns once host companies and visas are confirmed
Annyeong, Korea Office

Internship at a Korean Company

After a one-to-one interview, you're placed with a Korean company that fits your major and the role you want, and work there for 2–6 months.

Length
2–6 months
For
Current students and recent graduates of universities abroad
When
Summer break or a gap semester
Fee: on requestLearn more
University library shelvesPartner universities in talks
Annyeong, One Semester

One Semester at a Korean University (Credit Exchange)

Enroll for one semester at a partner university in Korea, take regular classes and earn credit. Dormitory living and company visits are included.

Length
About 4 months
For
Students at partner universities in the US and elsewhere
When
Spring (Mar–Jun) · Fall (Sep–Dec)
Fee: on requestLearn more
Entrance to Seoul City HallYear-round
Annyeong, Special Korea

Custom Training for Organizations

A custom program of site visits, benchmarking sessions and expert meetings built around your organization's goals and agenda.

Length
Length agreed
For
Government bodies, universities, chambers of commerce, executive teams
When
Year-round
Fee: on requestLearn more

Program details

Key facts for each program. We confirm dates and fees in writing after a consultation.

Annyeong, Korean IndustryYear-round

Corporate & Industry Site Visits

A short group program visiting Korean conglomerates, startups and industrial sites, with on-site briefings and Q&A.

Industry

Visits to companies and plants in semiconductors, mobility, shipbuilding, beauty and content

Public sector

Visits to public agencies and universities, meetings with staff

Format

Briefings by site managers, facility tours, Q&A

Deliverables

Visit report, host contacts, certificate

Key facts

Who it's forUniversities, companies, associations and government bodies abroad
Length7–14 days
When it runsYear-round
Group sizeAgreed per group
FormatGroup visits (briefings, Q&A, expert meetings)
AccommodationHotel
FeeOn request (written quote)
Annyeong, Korean CultureYear-round

University & Cultural Exchange

A two-week program of lectures and campus activities at a Korean university, a buddy exchange with Korean students, and cultural experiences.

Academics

Lectures at a Korean university, campus experience

Cultural experience

Hanbok, Korean cooking, K-pop, taekwondo, traditional crafts

Exchange

Buddy sessions and joint activities with Korean students

Deliverables

Certificate issued; credit at your home university possible when a professor leads the group

Key facts

Who it's forStudent groups from universities abroad (faculty leaders welcome)
Length2 weeks
When it runsSummer and winter breaks
Group sizeAgreed per group
FormatLectures, campus program, cultural experiences, buddy exchange
AccommodationServiced residence or shared house
FeeOn request (written quote)
Annyeong, K-BusinessOn request

Global Business & Innovation Program

A 3–6 week program of lectures on the Korean economy and industry, startup visits in Pangyo, Seongsu and Gangnam, and a final team project presentation.

Lectures

Lectures on Korea's economy and industry, from industrial policy to conglomerates and the export model (by academics and practitioners)

Company visit

Startups, accelerators and innovation agencies in Pangyo, Seongsu and Gangnam

Team project

Business case analysis, presented to a panel at the end of the program

Deliverables

Certificate, project report

Key facts

Who it's forBusiness and economics students, young professionals
Length3–6 weeks
When it runsSummer and winter breaks
Group sizeAgreed per group
FormatLectures, company visits, team project, final presentation
AccommodationServiced residence or shared house
FeeOn request (written quote)
Annyeong, Korea OfficeRuns once host companies and visas are confirmed

Internship at a Korean Company

After a one-to-one interview, you're placed with a Korean company that fits your major and the role you want, and work there for 2–6 months.

Roles

International sales, global marketing, market research and more

Placement

Placed after a one-to-one interview about your major, goals and experience

Support

A supervisor at each company, mid-term and final reviews, a reference letter on completion

Paid or unpaid

Decided after checking each participant's visa and working conditions

Key facts

Who it's forCurrent students and recent graduates of universities abroad
Length2–6 months
When it runsSummer break or a gap semester
Group sizeIndividuals can apply
FormatCompany placement, orientation, Korean classes, coordinator support
AccommodationServiced residence or shared house
FeeOn request (written quote)
Eligibility
  • Current student or recent graduate of a university abroad
  • Able to work in English
  • CV required
  • No Korean required
Documents
  • CV in English
  • Certificate of enrollment or graduation
  • Passport copy (after placement is confirmed)
Annyeong, One SemesterPartner universities in talks

One Semester at a Korean University (Credit Exchange)

Enroll for one semester at a partner university in Korea, take regular classes and earn credit. Dormitory living and company visits are included.

Classes

Regular classes at a Korean university; credit earned and recognized by your home university

Language

Mostly English-taught courses, plus Korean classes

Campus life

Campus dormitory, time with Korean students

During the semester

Company visits, cultural program

Key facts

Who it's forStudents at partner universities in the US and elsewhere
LengthAbout 4 months
When it runsSpring (Mar–Jun) · Fall (Sep–Dec)
Group sizeDepends on partner university
FormatUniversity enrollment, dormitory, buddy program, company visits
AccommodationCampus dormitory
FeeOn request (written quote)
Documents
  • Recommendation from your home university
  • Transcript
  • CV
Annyeong, Special KoreaYear-round

Custom Training for Organizations

A custom program of site visits, benchmarking sessions and expert meetings built around your organization's goals and agenda.

Visits

Public agency and company visits matched to your agenda

Benchmarking

Industry benchmarking sessions with site managers

Follow-up

Expert meetings and links for future cooperation between institutions

Logistics

Interpreting, protocol, transport and hotels in one contract

Key facts

Who it's forGovernment bodies, universities, chambers of commerce, executive teams
LengthLength agreed
When it runsYear-round
Group sizeAgreed per group
FormatInstitutional visits, benchmarking, expert meetings, protocol
AccommodationHotel
FeeOn request (written quote)

Why our programs

Run locally in Seoul

A Seoul-based coordinator runs the whole program

Arranged directly

We arrange company, university and public agency visits ourselves

Industry visits

Semiconductors, mobility, shipbuilding, beauty, content

In English

Every program runs in English; longer programs include Korean classes

Transport

Company headquarters, Pangyo, Seongsu and major universities are all on the Seoul subway network

Deliverables

Certificates, visit reports, project reports, internship reference letters

Current status

Company visit programs and university exchanges run year-round. Longer programs are being prepared with partner companies and universities.

ProgramLengthStatusWhen it runs
Corporate & Industry Site Visits7–14 daysYear-roundYear-round
University & Cultural Exchange2 weeksYear-roundSummer and winter breaks
Global Business & Innovation Program3–6 weeksOn requestSummer and winter breaks
Internship at a Korean Company2–6 monthsRuns once host companies and visas are confirmedSummer break or a gap semester
One Semester at a Korean University (Credit Exchange)About 4 monthsPartner universities in talksSpring (Mar–Jun) · Fall (Sep–Dec)
Custom Training for OrganizationsLength agreedYear-roundYear-round

Orientation

Every program starts with an orientation.

Life in Seoul

Amenities near your housing and a guide to the first week

Transport

Using the subway and buses, transit cards

Korean workplace culture

How Korean organizations are structured and how people communicate at work

Business etiquette

Greetings, titles, dress, meetings, email

Cultural differences

Situations where misunderstandings happen, and how to handle them

Program briefing

Goals, schedule, house rules, emergency contacts

Industry visits

Every program includes company visits.

Manufacturing

Semiconductor and mobility innovation centers

Consumer goods & beauty

K-beauty brands and manufacturers

Games & content

Game and content companies in Pangyo Techno Valley

Startups

Sessions with startup founders in Seongsu and Gangnam

Trade & policy

Trade agencies and industry associations

Format

Chartered coach, briefings by staff, Q&A

  • ※ Hosts vary by program and are confirmed 4 weeks before arrival, subject to each company's approval.
Traditional tiled roof and a glass tower

Cultural experience

Even short programs include cultural activities.

Cultural program

  • Hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace
  • Korean cooking class
  • K-pop dance, taekwondo, K-beauty, traditional crafts
  • Everyday Korean classes (longer programs)

Evenings & weekends

  • Han River picnics, night cycling, N Seoul Tower
  • Pro baseball games, karaoke, night markets
  • Language exchange with Korean students
  • Welcome dinner (first day), farewell event (last day)
Traditional Korean masks

Regional trips

Weekend or day trips, depending on program length.

Daecheon Lake in Haeundae, Busan, at night
Busan
Haeundae, Jagalchi Market, Busan Port
Painted eaves of a traditional pavilion
Gyeongju
Bulguksa Temple and a walking tour of Silla heritage sites

DMZ

Half-day DMZ security tour

Jeonju

A night in the Hanok Village

Nami Island

About 90 min from Seoul, riverside walking trails

  • ※ Destinations are chosen to suit the program's length and theme. Bookings, guides and costs are all included.

Sample week

Work or classes Monday to Thursday, company visits on Friday, trips at the weekend.

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
MorningWork / lecturesWork / lecturesWork / lecturesWork / lecturesCompany visitWeekend tripWeekend trip
AfternoonWork / projectWork / projectWork / projectWork / projectCompany visitWeekend tripFree
EveningFreeKorean classFreeCultural activityGroup dinner-Rest
Work & lecturesCompany visitTripsKorean & culture
  • ※ Sample week for the internship and business programs. Actual schedules vary by program and group.

What's included / not included

Fees depend on program, length, group size and hotel category, and we confirm them in a written quote. Group and partner rates are available.

Included

  • Program design and on-the-ground operation
  • Company and institutional visits, lectures
  • Accommodation
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Local transport
  • Cultural program
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • 24-hour emergency line
  • Certificate

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses
  • University tuition (for the semester program)

How to apply

It usually takes a few weeks from the first consultation to a confirmed program.

STEP 1

Consultation

Goals, group size, dates and budget (about 30 min by video or phone)

STEP 2

Proposal

We recommend one of the six programs, or a combination

STEP 3

Quote & itinerary

Draft itinerary and written quote

STEP 4

Contract

Contract signed, deposit paid, preparation begins

  • ※ Please apply 3–4 months ahead for short programs and 6 months ahead for internships and the semester program.
  • ※ Company and institutional visits are confirmed per program, subject to each host's approval.
  • ※ Visa requirements depend on nationality and length of stay, so we check each case. We prepare all documents needed from the Korean side.
  • ※ Program content, dates and fees are agreed with each group and confirmed in a written contract.

FAQ

Q. I'm not sure which program to choose.

Tell us your goals and how much time you have, and we'll recommend one of our six programs or a combination.

Q. Can I join if I don't speak Korean?

Yes. All programs run in English, and longer programs include Korean classes.

Q. Are internships paid?

Whether an internship is paid is decided after we check each participant's visa and working conditions.

Q. How do I prepare my visa?

The visa you need depends on your nationality and program length. We prepare all documents required from the Korean side.

Q. Will my semester abroad earn credit?

Yes. The Korean university issues the credits, and your home university recognizes them under the partnership agreement.

Q. What is the minimum group size?

Depending on the program, we run anything from small delegations to groups of several dozen. We agree on numbers during the consultation.

Q. Can you provide vegetarian or halal meals?

Yes. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free and allergy-friendly meals are available on request.

Q. Can a professor travel with the group?

Yes. We run the logistics on the ground, and the faculty leader can lead the academic content.

Contact

Request a consultation

Tell us the program and dates you have in mind. Our team will review your request and email you to schedule a consultation.

Students & schoolslsy@korelation.co.kr
Delegations & MICEkdpark@korelation.co.kr
Address6F, 47 Sejong-daero 23-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03182, Korea
Office hoursMon–Fri 09:00–18:00 KST (closed weekends and Korean holidays)