(Korean) Research Intern

Company Description

W KOREA is a global one-stop management company headquartered in Korea, connecting governments, corporations, and institutions across regions including the UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, India, Singapore, and more. The company operates as a global Destination Management Company (DMC), bridging MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) with culture and entertainment. W KOREA focuses on understanding each client’s unique business and marketing challenges to design tailored, strategic solutions. By deeply analyzing client needs, the company develops impactful plans that enhance visibility, engagement, and long-term results. W KOREA is committed to delivering solutions that create lasting value and support client success in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Role Description

The Korean Research Intern role at W KOREA is an internship position in a hybrid work setting, based in Seoul, South Korea with some flexibility for remote work from home. The intern will support research activities related to governments, corporations, and institutions in global markets, including data collection, analysis, and preparation of research summaries. Daily tasks include monitoring industry trends in MICE, culture, and entertainment, compiling reports, and assisting in the development of client proposals and strategy documents. The intern will collaborate with internal teams to organize information, prepare presentations, and maintain research databases that inform planning and marketing decisions. The role also involves administrative support for ongoing projects and clear communication of findings to team members.

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical abilities, including data collection, synthesis of information, and preparation of concise reports.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Korean, with good English communication skills for global collaboration and documentation.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with digital tools and office software (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software, online research platforms).
• Interest in MICE, culture, entertainment, and global business trends, with a willingness to learn about international markets.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work model (office and remote).
• Enrollment in or recent completion of a degree in Business, International Studies, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior internship or project experience involving research, market analysis, or event planning is an advantage but not required.

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