Working while Studying

Working while Studying in Korea

     1. Eligibility for Part-Time Work

• International students on a D-2 (Degree Program) or D-4 (Language Program) visa can work part-time in Korea.

• Students must meet the following requirements before applying for work permission:

  • • Maintain good academic standing with satisfactory grades and attendance.

    • Obtain approval from both the university and the immigration office.

• How LIK Supports You:

  • • The LIK Team works closely with universities and immigration authorities to simplify the application process for work permission.

    • We are committed to ensuring all students have equal access to legal part-time work opportunities.

     2. Types of Jobs Available

           Students have a wide range of part-time work options, including:

• Service Industry:

  • • Jobs in cafes, restaurants, retail stores, and convenience stores.

    • Typical hourly pay: $8 to $12.

• Factory Jobs:

  • • Simple manufacturing or packaging tasks in factories.

    • Ideal for students seeking jobs with fixed hours and stable pay.

    • Typical hourly pay: $8 to $12.

• Agricultural Work:

  • • Seasonal farm work, such as harvesting or planting crops in rural areas.

    • These jobs often include additional benefits such as meals or transportation.

    • Typical hourly pay: $8 to $12.

• Freelance Work:

  • • Professional tasks such as translating, editing, or content creation for students with specialized skills.

• Teaching and Tutoring:

  • • Language tutoring (e.g., English or your native language) is a popular choice with competitive pay ranging from $15 to $30 per hour.

• How LIK Supports You:

  • The LIK Team assists in identifying job opportunities that align with your skills, availability, and visa regulations, including factory and agricultural work for students looking for consistent and straightforward roles.

     3. Minimum Wage and Typical Pay

• Minimum Wage: Approximately $8 per hour (subject to annual updates).

• Higher-Paying Jobs: 

  • • Language tutoring and professional roles may offer hourly rates between $15 and $30, depending on skills and experience.

• How LIK Supports You:

  • • We help students find jobs that provide fair compensation and align with their qualifications.

     4. Benefits of Working while Studying

           Part-time work offers many advantages for international students:

• Financial Support:

  • • Earn income to cover living expenses, such as rent, food, and transportation, reducing financial stress.

• Professional Experience:

  • • Build work experience that enhances your resume and develops transferable skills for your future career.

• Language and Cultural Exposure:

  • • Interact with locals to improve your Korean language proficiency and gain deeper insights into Korean culture.

• How LIK Supports You:

  • • The LIK Team ensures that your part-time work experience is both rewarding and enriching by matching you with opportunities that offer personal and professional growth.

     5. Important Considerations

• Legal Compliance:

  • • Students must adhere to the permitted working hours (20 hours per week for D-2, 10 hours per week for D-4) during the semester.

    • Exceeding these limits can result in visa violations, fines, or other penalties.

• Maintain Academic Performance:

  • • Poor grades or attendance may affect your eligibility to work.

• Prohibited Jobs:

  • • Certain roles, such as those in the adult entertainment industry, are strictly prohibited for international students.

• How LIK Supports You:

  • • The LIK Team ensures that students stay within legal boundaries while maximizing their job opportunities under Korean labor and immigration laws.