The English Education Assistant (EEA) program is a “guaranteed job placement program” that offers an excellent opportunity for non-degree holders and those still in university to live, work, and be sustainable in the vibrant country of Korea. Build your resume and develop a potential career working with wonderful students in the Korean education field.

But even more than that, the Education Assistant Program in South Korea offers the experience of a lifetime – explore this ancient, beautiful culture and take in the breathtaking natural beauty that earned South Korea the label of “Land of the Morning Calm”.

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EDUCATION ASSISTANT OVERVIEW

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Provide conversational English with students in outside-of-the-classroom informal settings such as during break times, during trips to and from the school, and outside events.

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Secondary role in assisting teachers in lesson planning, grading and curriculum design (based on qualifications and ability).

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May also provide chaperone services to pick up students and take them to the school each day and return them to parents after school each day, communicating in English with them throughout.

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*There is no formal teaching in the classroom under working holiday regulation.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Guaranteed Job placement

Work in a Korean Language school or related center as an EEA

Salaries range from USD 900 to USD 1,000 (KRW 1.2 won to 1.4 million won) per month depending on skills, experience and working hours.

Locations for jobs are mostly in the greater Seoul, Gyeonggi-do and Incheon areas but could also be throughout the country. Placement location not guaranteed; must be open to placement anywhere in Korea

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REQUIREMENTS

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Be between the ages of 20 and 30 years at the time of enrollment.

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Be a fluent or near native English speaker.

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Applicants must be in good physical and mental health.

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Have a return ticket or proof of sufficient funds to purchase one (If no return ticket, then an additional KRW1,500,000/US$1,500 is required when showing proof of funds) * this amount differs by country

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Not have previously entered Korea on a Working Holiday Visa

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Applicants must have no criminal history.

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Eligible Nationalities:

Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Czech Rep., Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Hong, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, UK, USA*.

*U.S. participants should be current students or within 1 year after graduation, and provide evidence of status from his/her post-secondary institution.

Proof of student status or proof of highest academic qualifications such as an original diploma or a sealed transcript may be requested.

Intake Dates

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2026 - English Education Assistant (South Korea) Intake Dates
26 October 2026
23 November 2026
2027 - English Education Assistant (South Korea) Intake Dates
25 January 2027
22 February 2027
22 March 2027
26 April 2027
24 May 2027
26 July 2027
23 August 2027
27 September 2027
25 October 2027
22 November 2027
2028 - English Education Assistant (South Korea) Intake Dates
24 January 2028
21 February 2028
27 March 2028
24 April 2028
29 May 2028
24 July 2028
28 August 2028
25 September 2028
23 October 2028
27 November 2028

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Online, internationally accredited Korean Cultural Foundation course

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Online Korean language course pre-arrival to provide an important foundation in the local language

Dedicated trip coordinator to help support you every step of the way

Airport Transfer (If arriving on the designated date)

In-country orientation and cultural programs of 3 days with other participants

Free 4 nights’ accommodation upon arrival in our partner hostel/guesthouse (shared room)

Comprehensive visa guidance

Pre-departure guidance

24-7 support line

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I’m very happy with the personal growth I’ve experienced so far, and getting the opportunity to live in a different country for a while is amazing and something I will definitely recommend others do as well! I think working holiday is a great way to travel if you also have a wish to try living in a different country. 

Line Neilsen

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My personal experience with the Korean working holiday has opened my eyes to the different working cultures other countries have to offer. 

Thanks to the working holiday aspect I could do a lot more than just work and a little tourism, I could plan activities, make new foreign friends, and learn from the people not only around me in the same program, but also natives in Korea about different cultures.

Daniel John