(Korean) Public Relations Intern

Company Description

W KOREA is a Korea-based global one-stop management company that connects governments, corporations, and institutions across regions including the UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, India, Singapore, and more. As a global Destination Management Company (DMC), W KOREA bridges MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and culture to support impactful international collaborations and events. The company focuses on deeply understanding each client’s business and marketing strategies to address specific needs and challenges. With expertise in MICE, culture, and entertainment, W KOREA crafts tailored solutions that resonate with target audiences and drive sustainable results. The team is committed to delivering strategic, value-adding outcomes in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Role Description

The Public Relations Intern will support the PR team in day-to-day activities such as drafting press materials, monitoring media coverage, and assisting with communication strategies for global and domestic clients. Responsibilities include helping prepare press releases and media kits, maintaining media lists, coordinating interview requests, and supporting event-related PR activities in the MICE and cultural sectors. The role also involves conducting research on industry trends, updating internal reports, supporting social and digital communication initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging. This is an internship role based in Seoul, South Korea, with a hybrid work arrangement that allows some work from home. The intern will gain hands-on experience in public relations, media relations, and strategic communication in a global, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Public Relations and Media Relations, with the ability to support relationship-building with journalists and media outlets.
• Ability to draft and review Press Releases and related PR materials in clear, professional English (Korean proficiency strongly preferred).
• Excellent Communication and Strategic Communications skills, including organizing information and aligning messages with client objectives.
• Strong research, writing, and organizational abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant program (e.g., Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, International Relations).
• Comfort working in a multicultural, global environment; knowledge of or interest in MICE, culture, and entertainment industries is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with PR tools, media monitoring platforms, or social media channels is beneficial.

Website

www.wkorea.co.uk

This remote internship is unpaid. Also, please note that we are not affiliated with W Korea Magazine. W Korea is a Korean startup that was founded in February 2024.

We are looking for an intern who can start immediately.

Please send your CV or Portfolio to info@wkorea.co.uk