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Paid TEFL Internship in South Korea
Teaching English in Korea offers you a unique opportunity to become part of a local community, share your knowledge, and experience exciting new cultural horizons!
Teach English in Korea
South Korea is the ‘Soul of Asia,’ a place where ancient traditions meet cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re exploring historic temples or marvelling at the latest tech innovations, South Korea has something for every traveller. Taste the incredible flavours of Korean cuisine, soak in the sights, and experience a culture that blends the old with the new.
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Internship Overview
Why Teach in South Korea?
This internship is the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to start or advance their teaching career abroad, whether you’re a newcomer or have years of experience. Sponsored by the South Korean government, the program supports you from the moment you apply, guiding you through the interview process, securing your visa, and providing comprehensive training and orientation before you step into the classroom. Plus, it comes with a wide range of benefits!
One of the best parts? You won’t be on your own! Every school assigns a Korean co-teacher who will be there to support you in and outside the classroom. You’ll collaborate on lesson planning, conducting classroom activities, grading assignments, and managing the class. Whether you’re mastering teaching techniques or just finding the best local spot for kimchi, your co-teacher will be your go-to guide.
This program is perfect for those eager to dive into a new culture, gain valuable teaching experience, and make a lasting impact.
- Conduct English conversation classes for students and teachers
- Class durations are 40 - 50 minutes
- There are 22 classes per week
- Class sizes vary from 10 to 40 students, depending on the school’s location
- Assist Korean teachers with English classes, joint lessons, extracurricular activities, or English camps
- Prepare and develop teaching materials for English education
- Support English-related activities and other extracurricular programs
- Demonstrate strong English skills, both written and spoken
- Standard School hours, 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Internship Overview
Benefits:
- KRW2.05 - 2.8 Million monthly (depending on experience)
- KRW1,800,000 Entrance Allowance to cover flight cost into Korea
- KRW1,300,000 Exit Allowance upon completion of the contract
- KRW300,000 Settlement Allowance (one-time payment)
- FREE fully furnished housing or, where housing is not available, a rent subsidy of KRW400,000
- 26 days of paid vacation + National holidays
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Severance pay equivalent to one month's salary (for each year completed)
- Compulsory medical insurance - 50% of premiums paid by the employer
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Comprehensive 8-day training and orientation with free lodging and meals, mandatory for all teachers
Internship Overview
| Dates 2025/26 | Price |
|---|---|
| February & August | No fee! |
Internship Overview
- E-mail: hello@theteflacademy.com
Internship Overview
Why Teach in South Korea?
This internship is the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to start or advance their teaching career abroad, whether you’re a newcomer or have years of experience. Sponsored by the South Korean government, the program supports you from the moment you apply, guiding you through the interview process, securing your visa, and providing comprehensive training and orientation before you step into the classroom. Plus, it comes with a wide range of benefits!
One of the best parts? You won’t be on your own! Every school assigns a Korean co-teacher who will be there to support you in and outside the classroom. You’ll collaborate on lesson planning, conducting classroom activities, grading assignments, and managing the class. Whether you’re mastering teaching techniques or just finding the best local spot for kimchi, your co-teacher will be your go-to guide.
This program is perfect for those eager to dive into a new culture, gain valuable teaching experience, and make a lasting impact.
- Conduct English conversation classes for students and teachers
- Class durations are 40 - 50 minutes
- There are 22 classes per week
- Class sizes vary from 10 to 40 students, depending on the school’s location
- Assist Korean teachers with English classes, joint lessons, extracurricular activities, or English camps
- Prepare and develop teaching materials for English education
- Support English-related activities and other extracurricular programs
- Demonstrate strong English skills, both written and spoken
- Standard School hours, 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Internship Overview
Benefits:
- KRW2.05 - 2.8 Million monthly (depending on experience)
- KRW1,800,000 Entrance Allowance to cover flight cost into Korea
- KRW1,300,000 Exit Allowance upon completion of the contract
- KRW300,000 Settlement Allowance (one-time payment)
- FREE fully furnished housing or, where housing is not available, a rent subsidy of KRW400,000
- 26 days of paid vacation + National holidays
-
Severance pay equivalent to one month's salary (for each year completed)
- Compulsory medical insurance - 50% of premiums paid by the employer
-
Comprehensive 8-day training and orientation with free lodging and meals, mandatory for all teachers
Internship Overview
| Dates 2025/26 | Price |
|---|---|
| February & August | No fee! |
Internship Overview
- E-mail: hello@theteflacademy.com
What you need
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To be from a native English speaking country (UK, USA, CA, AUS, NZ, SA or IRE) (Don’t fit this criteria? Find jobs here.)
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A minimum of a 120-hour TEFL certificate
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A bachelor’s degree (any subject)
What you don’t need
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Previous teaching experience
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A second language
Next Available Dates
- February & August
Accreditation & Quality Assurance
The TEFL Academy was the world’s first TEFL course provider to receive official recognition from government regulated awarding bodies in both the USA and UK. This means when you graduate you’ll hold a globally recognised Level 3 (120hr) Certificate or Level 5 (168hr) Diploma, meaning you can find work anywhere and apply for jobs immediately.
