Consulting internship in South Korea
Research markets, analyze data and build client slides for consulting teams in South Korea.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As a Consulting intern in South Korea, you might:
- Research industries, markets and competitors for client projects.
- Collect data and help analyze it.
- Build slides and short reports for client meetings.
- Take notes in client meetings and interviews.
- Help track project tasks and deadlines.
You'll build research, analysis and presentation skills that work in any business role.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Consulting in South Korea
Consulting in South Korea revolves around Seoul. Many of the country's largest companies have their headquarters in the capital, so a lot of big potential clients are in one city. Seoul also has distinct business districts: the downtown core, with many company headquarters and foreign firms; Yeouido, the city's financial district; and Gangnam, known for tech firms and start-ups.
For an intern, that mix means projects can range from large corporate clients to fast-growing start-ups. Most of our internships in South Korea are based in Seoul. You might work on market research, data collection, slides and meeting notes, but your exact tasks depend on the team. On your free call with a career advisor, tell us which sector you care about, and we'll look for a close match.
Job roles
Market Research Intern
Gather the facts and figures a project needs.
Strategy Intern
Help shape recommendations for clients.
Data Analysis Intern
Work with spreadsheets and data tools to find the numbers behind a recommendation.
Project Management Intern
Track tasks and deadlines across a client project.
Communications Intern
Turn research into clear slides and reports.
Innovation Intern
Research new technologies and how clients could use them.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company, and all our host companies in South Korea work in English.
The industry
The Consulting industry in South Korea
Economic impact
Korea's large groups and fast-growing startups hire consultants for strategy, digital and overseas expansion projects.
Technology
Consulting teams in Korea use data tools and AI to research markets and test ideas faster.
Career opportunities
Strategy, operations, research and digital consulting are all open to you, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Do I need to speak Korean for a consulting internship in South Korea?
No. Host companies work in English. Korean is useful for reading local sources and for daily life, but it isn't required.
Do I need a business degree for a consulting internship in Seoul?
No. Students, graduates and career changers aged 18 and over are welcome. Strong research, Excel and presentation skills help.
What skills should I practice before a consulting internship in South Korea?
Work on spreadsheets, short written summaries and clear slides. Being able to explain a number in one sentence is more useful than advanced tools.
Applications open all year
Your field, somewhere new.
It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.