International job seekers visit the 2026 Global Talent Fair at Coex in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, on June 1. [NEWS1]

From technology and finance to consumer goods, international talent seeking employment in Korea had a unique opportunity on Monday to explore career options and speak directly with recruiters at the Global Talent Fair.

The Job Fair for International Students, a major track within the 2026 Global Talent Fair hosted by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (Kotra), kicked off its two-day annual run at Coex in Gangnam District, southern Seoul. Around 100 companies participated in the event this year, with Kotra expecting at least 2,500 international job seekers to attend through Tuesday.

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“I’m planning to get consultations on my resume and learn how to increase my chances as a foreigner of being recruited by these companies,” Lydia Laryea, a senior majoring in business and accounting at Kangwon National University, told the Korea JoongAng Daily as she arrived at the venue.