If you are looking for non teaching jobs in Korea then you probably already know that it isn’t easy. Many such people encounter difficulty in getting a job that doesn’t require you to teach because not everyone can do that.
While searching for jobs in Korea, you should understand a couple of things. First of all, most of the jobs require you to speak the native Korean language. Second of all, to work in Korea, you should be a Korean or have F4, F5, F6, etc. visa.
Other than all of this, you should have some skills or expertise in the field of job you are looking to get.
So what are your options other than teaching?
English Writer/ Translator
Being a person who knows how to speak multiple languages opens many doors of opportunities for you. Companies are looking to employ people who are multilingual so they can translate their documents and when needed, they may also do the job of an interpreter.
Other than a translator you can also write for online forums and publishing companies. For working as a writer you just have to have a knack for it. To get some of these jobs you must have a Korean Language certification. You can get that through TOPIK or by Korean language institutes after finishing courses.
English Editor
Knowing English will open up options of non teaching jobs in Korea for you. Even though you will find a lot of positions for teaching jobs, but there are many other things you can do like being an editor for English textbooks.
It is also the best job option if you are not quite fluent in Korean yet. You will be able to utilize your English skills without yelling at a loud bunch of children.
Food Services
If you are not looking for an office job then being in the food services is a great option. Many foreigners prefer working in the food industry because they don’t have to be fluent in Korean for it.
Itaewon’s English speaking neighborhood gives opportunities to expats; many other restaurants and bars serving delicious Korean foods are also doing the same. To get this job knowing basic Korean and Fluent English is good enough.
There are a couple of things to understand before you make a decision. Firstly, your shift hours may vary, and secondly, the minimum wage most of the restaurants pay is 8,350 KRW.
Here are some tasty Korean dishes for you to try.
Cabin Crew Member
Do you love Korea but also want to travel? This job is perfect for you. Korean airline companies want to employ a more diverse staff, and so your chances of getting a job in Asiana and Korean Air are high.
But you need to be fluent in Korean to become a cabin crew member. Before you apply for this job, take intensive Korean language courses to improve your language skills. Once you get done with, you can apply in all the major Korean airlines.
Celebrity
What’s the opposite of a teaching job? Become a celebrity. Yes, you read it right!
If you are a K-pop and K-drama fan you would already know that many foreigners are working in the entertainment industry. It isn’t necessary for you to be Korean or even speak Korean to become a Hallyu star.
After K-dramas and K-pop got famous internationally, many people want to travel and live in Korea. However, there are a couple of things you just have to become a celebrity in this country.
- You should have a talent that you can market to the agencies and people.
- Being able to speak Korean is a bonus. The more fluent you are, the more things you can get yourself into.
No matter how glamorous this life looks, the profession is unstable and not many can survive the tough competition.
Sales Job
Lastly, the sales job is another option for people searching for non teaching jobs in Korea. US military plays an important part in providing non teaching jobs to its people. Military Auto source is an organization that helps US citizens to settle in South Korea. To apply for a sales position you can choose any US military bases in the country.
To get this job, however, you must be a US citizen or married to a US citizen.
In Conclusion,
Getting a job in Korea may be difficult but it is not impossible, so keep on trying and searching for job positions that you think will suit you. With passion and hard work, anyone can thrive in South Korea.
Now that you know there are plenty of options for anyone looking for non teaching jobs in Korea, which one from the list do you think you can do?
