Job Seeking
Q: As a foreigner here, I'm looking for a job. Can you give me some Web sites where I can get some information about job vacancies?
A: https://jobs.seoul.go.kr, www.koreajoblink.com, www.eslcafe.com, www.teachinkorea.com, www.eucck.org, www.topheadhunter.co.kr, https://englishspectrum.com/main.html, www.asknow.ca
Q: I recently graduated from a small liberal arts college in the Midwest of the United States and decided to pursue an English-teaching job in South Korea. Is it possible for me to get an E-2 visa?
A: To obtain a visa in an English teaching position, a native English teacher has to come from one of the following countries and have a bachelor's degree _ the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Ireland and New Zealand.
Q: I run a Vietnamese restaurant and want to hire a Vietnamese chef. How can I do so?
A: Vietnam is one of the six countries for which the Korean government introduces a work permit system. You can get more information about the system from the government's job center (www.jobcenter.go.kr) or the Immigration Service (www.immigration.go.kr).
Q: As a tourist here, how can I use wireless Internet?
A: You can get the information about wireless Internet in Korea at www.nespot.com/web/eng/index.html
Q: Can I carry my bicycle on the subway train?
A: According to the Seoul Metro, only foldable bicycles can be brought onto the train. Ordinary bicycles are not permitted on the train due to the inconvenience to other passengers. No bicycles are permitted during rush hours.
Q: I'd like to go to Jeju Island from Mokpo, South Jeolla Province by ferry. Where can I get some information?
A: You can call 061-244-9915 or visit https://namhaegosok.co.kr for the ferry trip to Jeju Island from Mokpo.
The Seoul Global Center, operated by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and its Seoul Business Agency, is a one-stop service center that provides a wide range of support services for foreign residents of Seoul, including daily living conditions, how to cope with official regulations, business needs and cultural exchange activities.