What Exactly Is MyKoreaWork?

MyKoreaWork is a free job matching platform built specifically for foreign workers already living in Korea. Not a recruiter. Not a broker. A direct connection between you and verified Korean employers.

Why does this matter? Because the traditional way of finding work in Korea — asking friends, paying brokers, walking into factories — is inefficient and sometimes dangerous. Whether you're looking in Seoul or regional cities, you deserve verified options. Brokers charge fees for jobs that may not exist. Friends only know about a handful of openings. And walking into random factories? You have no idea if they're legitimate.

MyKoreaWork solves this by verifying every employer and checking your visa eligibility before you even see a job listing. No surprises, no illegal situations.

Who Can Use It?

If you meet these two conditions, you're eligible:

You're a foreign national currently living in Korea
You hold a visa that allows employment — E-9, H-2, F-4, F-2, F-5, F-6, E-7, D-2 (part-time), and others

Important: MyKoreaWork is not for overseas recruitment. We don't handle visa sponsorship or bring workers into Korea. This is strictly for people who are already here and looking for better opportunities.

How Does the Matching Work?

Step 1: Create Your Profile

Sign up at mykoreawork.com and fill in your basic information: visa type, location, work experience, skills, and preferred job type. The entire interface is available in 19 languages — you don't need to read Korean to use it.

Pro tip: be specific about your skills. "Factory work" is vague. "CNC machine operation — 3 years experience" gets you matched with higher-paying positions.

Step 2: Get Matched Automatically

Our system compares your profile against available job openings. It checks your visa type against each job's requirements, your location against the employer's location, and your skills against what they need.

You'll receive notifications when a matching job appears. No need to scroll through hundreds of irrelevant listings — only jobs you're actually qualified and legally eligible for will show up.

Step 3: Apply and Connect

Found a job that interests you? Apply directly through the platform. The employer receives your profile and can contact you. Everything happens through MyKoreaWork — no middleman taking a cut.

What Makes It Different from Other Job Sites?

Fair question. Here's what you won't find on generic Korean job boards:

Visa verification — Every job is checked against your specific visa type. You won't waste time applying for jobs you're not legally allowed to take
Employer verification — We verify business registrations. No fake companies, no scam postings
19 language support — Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian, Nepali, Filipino, Chinese, Japanese, and more. The entire platform, not just a translated homepage
Zero fees for workers — This is critical. You should never pay to find a job. If someone charges you a "placement fee," they're a broker, not a service
Korea-based only — Every employer is in Korea, every job is in Korea. No overseas scams

Common Questions

Is it really free?
Yes. Workers never pay anything. Employers pay for the matching service. Your job search costs you nothing.

Can I use it if my Korean is limited?
Absolutely. That's the whole point. Select your language when you sign up, and everything — job descriptions, contract terms, communication — appears in your language.

What if I'm on an E-9 visa and can't change employers freely?
MyKoreaWork still helps. When your contract ends or if you qualify for a transfer, having your profile ready means you can find the next opportunity quickly instead of scrambling at the last minute.

How long does matching take?
It depends on your location and skills. Some workers get matched within days. Others may wait a few weeks. The more detailed your profile, the faster the match.

Stop relying on luck and word-of-mouth. If you're ready to move up to a better job, your next opportunity should come from a system that actually works for you.