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“Be an eye-opener through a K-Beauty Internship”A French engineering student, Zoe, joined Korea GapYear’s K-Beauty Industry Internship Training Program and worked directly with customers at a pop-up store. She later took on online work creating social media content as well. For Zoe, exploring cosmetics marketing in Korea was an eye-opener for their career.
What is it like to be an intern in a Korean workplace? Zoe, a French engineering student interested in cosmetics engineering, explored cosmetics marketing during an internship in South Korea. The work included customer contact at a pop-up, social media content, research on Korean and French markets, and setup work on Amazon France. With guidance from a kind and patient boss, Zoe learned a lot and described the experience as an eye-opener for their career. |
I am an engineering student from France, and I’m interested in a career in cosmetics engineering.
I wanted to understand how marketing works in South Korea because engineering, especially chemical engineering, is closely connected to customers’ interests.
I started with direct customer contact through a pop-up store, then moved into more online work.
Later, I created social media content and researched marketing in Korea, including how it differed from the French market. My tasks also included setup work on Amazon France.
I wanted to understand how everyday life in Korea would compare with visiting as a tourist.
People are so kind that I want to live here. I think I’ll visit Korea again someday, even after my internship ends and I come to France. Learning about the company culture in the process of finding out was also a valuable experience, so I only have good memories.
Before starting, I researched Korean workplace culture, including how to show respect to my boss. I appreciated learning a culture of respecting superiors and understanding one another in Korea.
My boss was incredibly kind and supportive, making every day at work enjoyable.
I was so lucky to have such a kind, patient, and understanding boss. She always made me feel comfortable and welcomed, creating a positive environment where I could learn and enjoy my work.
She was more than just a boss to me. She felt like a caring teacher who genuinely wanted me to grow and succeed. Whenever I had questions, she was always happy to guide me, explain things clearly, and share helpful advice.
Thanks to her constant encouragement and support, I felt more confident in my work and genuinely looked forward to each day. Her kindness made my internship experience not only easier and more enjoyable but also truly memorable.
The Han River was my favorite place to take a break.
Sometimes after work, I brought my computer and had a cup of coffee or tea there at sunset. It was really pleasant and relaxing.
Food was another part of daily life I enjoyed. I already loved kimchi, and I ate it with almost every meal. Sometimes I even bought a burger and had kimchi on the side.
By the end of my internship, I felt I had learned a lot, and the experience was an eye-opener for my career.
Living in Korea also felt like a break for me. The people around me made me feel comfortable here.
I still thought about how demanding working here could be, including the amount of work. Even so, after getting through the challenges, I felt it had been a great experience.
I would encourage you to stay curious about cultural differences and open to the people around you, even if you are shy.
I think it is important to work out for yourself whether you can live here independently.
I came with an interest in learning about those differences. There is still more I want to explore, and I would definitely come back.
Korea GapYear’s INTERNSHIP TRIP - K-Beauty Industry Internship Program connects participants with beauty companies in South Korea. Placements are tailored to participants’ goals and experience.
Frequently Asked Questions About K-Beauty Internships in South KoreaThe program’s standard requirements are age 18 or older and intermediate or higher English and/or Korean.
Applicants must also follow the host organization’s rules and meet applicable legal and administrative requirements.
Possible fields include marketing and brand strategy, content creation, and business administration, depending on placement availability.
In the interview, Zoe describes working at a pop-up store, creating social media content, researching Korean and French markets, and doing setup work on Amazon France. Actual tasks vary by placement.
The page lists training, real-time support, a completion certificate, orientation materials, local and administrative support, and pre-departure orientation. Accommodation details and option-dependent inclusions should be confirmed before booking.
Round-trip airfare, personal travel insurance, other local expenses, and visa issuance are excluded.
You can check requirements on the official K-beauty internship training program page under Dates & Fees, How to Apply, and Important Notes.
The application section lists duration, preferred dates, and options such as airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, and the conversation club.
“Be an eye-opener through a K-Beauty Internship”A French engineering student, Zoe, joined Korea GapYear’s K-Beauty Industry Internship Training Program and worked directly with customers at a pop-up store. She later took on online work creating social media content as well. For Zoe, exploring cosmetics marketing in Korea was an eye-opener for their career.
What is it like to be an intern in a Korean workplace? Zoe, a French engineering student interested in cosmetics engineering, explored cosmetics marketing during an internship in South Korea. The work included customer contact at a pop-up, social media content, research on Korean and French markets, and setup work on Amazon France. With guidance from a kind and patient boss, Zoe learned a lot and described the experience as an eye-opener for their career. |
I am an engineering student from France, and I’m interested in a career in cosmetics engineering.
I wanted to understand how marketing works in South Korea because engineering, especially chemical engineering, is closely connected to customers’ interests.
I started with direct customer contact through a pop-up store, then moved into more online work.
Later, I created social media content and researched marketing in Korea, including how it differed from the French market. My tasks also included setup work on Amazon France.
I wanted to understand how everyday life in Korea would compare with visiting as a tourist.
People are so kind that I want to live here. I think I’ll visit Korea again someday, even after my internship ends and I come to France. Learning about the company culture in the process of finding out was also a valuable experience, so I only have good memories.
Before starting, I researched Korean workplace culture, including how to show respect to my boss. I appreciated learning a culture of respecting superiors and understanding one another in Korea.
My boss was incredibly kind and supportive, making every day at work enjoyable.
I was so lucky to have such a kind, patient, and understanding boss. She always made me feel comfortable and welcomed, creating a positive environment where I could learn and enjoy my work.
She was more than just a boss to me. She felt like a caring teacher who genuinely wanted me to grow and succeed. Whenever I had questions, she was always happy to guide me, explain things clearly, and share helpful advice.
Thanks to her constant encouragement and support, I felt more confident in my work and genuinely looked forward to each day. Her kindness made my internship experience not only easier and more enjoyable but also truly memorable.
The Han River was my favorite place to take a break.
Sometimes after work, I brought my computer and had a cup of coffee or tea there at sunset. It was really pleasant and relaxing.
Food was another part of daily life I enjoyed. I already loved kimchi, and I ate it with almost every meal. Sometimes I even bought a burger and had kimchi on the side.
By the end of my internship, I felt I had learned a lot, and the experience was an eye-opener for my career.
Living in Korea also felt like a break for me. The people around me made me feel comfortable here.
I still thought about how demanding working here could be, including the amount of work. Even so, after getting through the challenges, I felt it had been a great experience.
I would encourage you to stay curious about cultural differences and open to the people around you, even if you are shy.
I think it is important to work out for yourself whether you can live here independently.
I came with an interest in learning about those differences. There is still more I want to explore, and I would definitely come back.
Korea GapYear’s INTERNSHIP TRIP - K-Beauty Industry Internship Program connects participants with beauty companies in South Korea. Placements are tailored to participants’ goals and experience.
Frequently Asked Questions About K-Beauty Internships in South KoreaThe program’s standard requirements are age 18 or older and intermediate or higher English and/or Korean.
Applicants must also follow the host organization’s rules and meet applicable legal and administrative requirements.
Possible fields include marketing and brand strategy, content creation, and business administration, depending on placement availability.
In the interview, Zoe describes working at a pop-up store, creating social media content, researching Korean and French markets, and doing setup work on Amazon France. Actual tasks vary by placement.
The page lists training, real-time support, a completion certificate, orientation materials, local and administrative support, and pre-departure orientation. Accommodation details and option-dependent inclusions should be confirmed before booking.
Round-trip airfare, personal travel insurance, other local expenses, and visa issuance are excluded.
You can check requirements on the official K-beauty internship training program page under Dates & Fees, How to Apply, and Important Notes.
The application section lists duration, preferred dates, and options such as airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, and the conversation club.
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