📸 Headshot Photo Guidelines
📸 Highly Customary. Korean applications standardly include a clean business headshot.
📋 Mandatory Resume Sections
- 인적사항 (Personal Info)
- 학력사항 (Education)
- 경력사항 (Experience)
- 자격증/어학 (Certifications/Languages)
- 자기소개서 (Cover Letter/Self-Intro)
💡 Formatting Checklists
- Include quantifiable performance indicators and certified language scores (TOEIC, OPIc, etc.).
- Format for major Korean portals like Saramin and JobKorea.
Cover Letter Requirements
- The Self-Introduction (자기소개서) is a core multi-prompt essay document evaluated heavily by Korean hiring managers.
Local Hiring Practices & Contract Customs
Multi-stage selection involving resume screening, aptitude testing (for conglomerates), and structured panel interviews.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is a detailed self-introduction essay addressing personal growth, problem-solving, and career motivations.
Only if explicitly requested in the posting. Writing 'References available on request' is standard.
A standard CV in South Korea is typically 1 to 2 pages long. For junior roles, a single page is preferred, while senior candidates can present up to 2 pages of relevant, quantified experience.
Yes, cover letters are highly recommended or required for most positions in South Korea. It should be tailored to the specific role and highlight how your skills align with the company's regional objectives.
If the job description is written in English, submit your CV in English. For local domestic companies, it is best to submit your application in the primary local language or provide a bilingual CV.