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Busan is South Korea’s second-largest city and its main port, with strengths in logistics, trade, tourism and film.
AIP
AIP
Country
South Korea
Local time--:--Length6 to 24 weeks
StartsAll year
From
$2,200
Explorer · 6 weeks
At a glance
The short answers
Checked by the Asia Internship Program admissions team
Can I intern in Busan?
Possibly. Most AIP internships in South Korea are in Seoul, and Busan is possible depending on your field. Programs run 6 to 24 weeks and can start any time of year.
How much does it cost?
Programs in South Korea start from $2,200 (Explorer · 6 weeks). See the full price tables on the South Korea page.
Where will I live in Busan?
Furnished housing near your workplace is included on Traveler (Standard: your own apartment) and Pioneer (Premium: a private apartment to yourself, with your own bedroom and bathroom). Explorer interns choose where they live. Housing in South Korea.
Do I need a visa?
Visa assistance is included in every program. We confirm your visa route before you pay the deposit and prepare the documents your embassy asks for.
What it is like to intern here
Busan Overview
Busan is South Korea’s second-largest city and its biggest port. Set between mountains and the sea, it feels more relaxed and coastal than Seoul but is still a major Korean city.
The city is organized around its harbor, its beaches and its business districts. Subway lines connect most areas, and the KTX high-speed train reaches Seoul in under three hours, so the capital is an easy weekend trip.
Internship Opportunities in Busan
Internship opportunities in Busan reflect the city’s role as a trade hub. Common fields include logistics and shipping, international trade, manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, marketing, and media and film, supported by the Busan International Film Festival and a growing startup community.
Many host companies work with overseas partners, which creates English-language tasks in business development, market research, customer communication and content. Most of our placements in South Korea are in Seoul. Busan is possible depending on your field and the host companies available at the time.
Busan Attractions
Life outside work in Busan is shaped by the coast. Interns can spend evenings at Haeundae or Gwangalli beach, eat fresh seafood at Jagalchi Market, wander the colorful lanes of Gamcheon Culture Village, or visit the seaside temple of Haedong Yonggungsa.
Hiking trails and hot springs sit within the city, and Korean food culture, from pork soup to street snacks, is a constant part of daily life.
Beaches on the subway
Haeundae and Gwangalli beaches are on the subway, with the Gwangan Bridge lit up at night.
Seafood and markets
Jagalchi Fish Market, the food stalls around BIFF Square and a bowl of milmyeon noodles are Busan classics.
Seoul and Gyeongju by train
The KTX reaches Seoul in under three hours, and Gyeongju's temples and royal tombs are a short train ride away.
Your internship experience
Build your professional network
Meet colleagues, managers and other interns from different countries and industries. These connections can lead to references, advice and future job opportunities.
Sharpen your skills in a real job
Work to real deadlines and standards in an international company. You improve how you plan, communicate and deliver, and get feedback that helps you grow.
Understand international business
See how companies work with clients, suppliers and teams across borders. That experience is useful wherever you build your career.
Plan your move
Housing, visa and prices
These are the same across the country, so they're on the country page.
HousingWhere you will liveFurnished housing near your workplace on Traveler and Pioneer, with photos of what to expect.See housingVisaWhat you need to enterVisa routes depend on your nationality and stay. Our team guides you through each step.See visa infoPricesWhat it costsFull price tables by program and length. You pay a deposit only once you're accepted.See prices
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It's free to apply. You only pay a deposit once you're accepted.