Yonsei GSIS Career Development Center

Career Development Center (CDC)

    The career process is a journey of self-discovery. The CDC encourages active, open-minded collaboration with students throughout this process. In this supportive environment, GSIS students learn to clarify their goals and interests, manage a complex process, and make informed decisions about internships and full-time employment.

    It’s important to note that each student is responsible for their own self-assessment, research, application writing, interviews, and final decisions after receiving a job offer. We are here to help you focus your initiative and energy, supporting you in taking full ownership of your career and professional development.

    GSIS students are encouraged to read the CDC Guidebook and use it as a reference throughout the career process. Serving as a user manual, the Guidebook helps students navigate their career journey, offering comprehensive information at every stage of the career cycle, including resume writing and interview preparation.

    Whether you already have a clear vision or are still exploring opportunities, the CDC will work closely with you to help develop the skills you need to succeed in the interview process.

The CDC provides the following career support:

- Individualized Advising

You can schedule a one-on-one session with CDC Senior Advisor Namuh Rhee, who brings nearly thirty years of industry experience. He will provide personalized mentoring tailored to your background, interests, and goals. The initial meeting will focus on self-assessment, identifying strengths, and recognizing areas for improvement. Follow-up sessions will center on exploring suitable industries and companies, and developing concrete action plans.

- Resume Coaching

The CDC provides coaching on both the content and design of resumes, ensuring they meet the standards of professional service industries and international organizations.

- Mock Interviews

Through role-playing and video-recorded practice interviews, you can build confidence and prepare effectively for real interviews. Depending on your preference, mock interviews can be conducted in either English or Korean.

- Information Delivery

Most relevant job information for GSIS students is updated on the:

1) CDC website (via log-in);

2) Facebook ("Yonsei GSIS Careers"); and

3) Campus bulletin boards.

CDC website offers vital job information across industries (private, public, NGO and international organizations) and countries all in one convenient place. Most CDC online content and resources require your Yonsei GSIS ID and password for access. Please set-up your GSIS ID and password at the start of school year. Contact CDC (career@yonsei.ac.kr) if you need assistance.

- Lecture Series

Leadership Series: Hear C-level executives or NGO/international organization leaders share experience, describe their organizations

Career Talk: Connect with successful GSIS alumni or industry experts who discuss their career paths, suggest opportunities and answer questions at these informal settings.

- Workshops and Networking Events

Attend workshops with HR leaders on career planning, CV coaching, and interview preparation. Take part in networking receptions organized around industry, language and cultural background, and gender.

- Internship Credit Approval

Under the supervision of the CDC Director, the CDC manages the process—including a formal student presentation—that grants credit for internships.

- Alumni Service

Even after you graduate Yonsei GSIS, you will continue to have access to CDC career support. If you are returning to work from a career break or changing jobs, the CDC will help you navigate transitions no matter where you are on your career journey. Apart from 1-1 career coaching, the CDC will assist you with connecting to other alumni.