2025 Summer Internship(Human Resources) - Seoul, South Korea(HQ)
Location: Seoul, South Korea (Headquarters)
*For international students who meet the program's criteria, we provide housing, airfare, and visa support
CJ invites international candidates to immerse themselves in the heart of K-Food through our Summer Intensive Internship. At the end of the summer, you may be given an opportunity for a full-time offer to join our CJ Young Professional Program.
About CJ CheilJedang
CJ creates a new culture.
We stand at the heart of Korean culture, now leading worldwide trends.
As Korea's largest food company, CJ CheilJedang is leading the globalization of Korean cuisine through its renowned “bibigo” brand. Since acquiring Schwan’s in 2019, CJ has significantly expanded its market presence in the U.S. frozen food sector and across Asia, now expanding its business worldwide.
Founded in 1953, CJ CheilJedang has grown into a global company with over 37,000 employees, achieving international sales of KRW 11 trillion (USD 9.2 billion) in 2022. Our business spans key markets including the USA, Europe, Australia, and Brazil. CJ continues to strive to create the best products and make new fans among consumers every day. CJ, creating joy for more than 50 years.
*CJ CheilJedang is part of CJ Group, an international conglomerate in the fields of Food & Food Services, Bio & Pharma, Entertainment & Media, and Retail & Logistics.
About the 2025 Summer Internship
*Support for International Students: Housing, airfare, and visa assistance provided for eligible participants.
📍 Period: 2025 June – August (8 weeks)
📍 Location: Seoul, South Korea(HQ)
📍 What We Offer:
- Professional and Personal Growth: An opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international business development, with exposure to strategic projects that impact global markets.
- Cultural Immersion: A unique chance to immerse yourself in K-Culture and K-Food, understanding the intricacies of one of the fastest-growing cultural exports and its impact on the global food industry.
- Mentorship and Development: Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals in the field, providing insights into career development and industry best practices.
- Networking and Infrastructure Visits: Engage in networking events and gain behind-the-scenes access to our facilities, offering a holistic view of our operations and the chance for innovation inspiration.
📍 Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications
- Commitment: Able to commit to an on-site, full-time internship.
- Academic Status: Currently enrolled in or graduated from a MBA program, 4-year college or university outside of South Korea, pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s (including MBA), or doctoral degree, with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and July 2026.
- Relocation: Willing to relocate to our CJ CheilJedang offices in Seoul, South Korea, or Suwon, South Korea (for R&D roles) for the duration of the internship.
- Travel: Possess a valid passport and are able to travel internationally.
- Post-Graduation: Open to starting a full-time position upon graduation.
Internship Program
This is a paid internship opportunity based in Seoul, South Korea. Airfare and housing support are provided for international candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.
- Professional development & social programming is an integral part of your internship experience to understand our culture. From networking events to trainings to meeting with your mentor, your calendar will always be full!
- Our summer internship is the primary path for consideration into CJ’s full-time CJ Young Professional Program upon graduation and is based on overall performance.
📍 Hiring Process
Resume Screening → First Round Interview → Assessment Test → Second/Third Round Interview
CJ CheilJedang invites global talents to join our 2025 Global Summer Internship at our headquarters in Seoul, South Korea. This intensive 8-week program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global talent acquisition and HR strategy. As a Global Talent Acquisition Intern, you will be involved in designing talent acquisition strategies for non-Korean candidates, providing operational support, and contributing to the creation of effective onboarding processes for international employees. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about global HR operations and are eager to contribute to CJ's growing international workforce.
📍 What We Offer:
- Professional and Personal Growth: Gain practical experience in global talent acquisition and HR operations, working on projects that shape CJ’s global workforce strategy.
- Cultural Immersion: A unique chance to immerse yourself in K-Culture and K-Food, understanding the intricacies of one of the fastest-growing cultural exports and its impact on the global food industry.
- Mentorship and Development: Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals in the field, providing insights into career development and industry best practices.
- Networking and Infrastructure Visits: Engage in networking events and gain behind-the-scenes access to our facilities, offering a holistic view of our operations and the chance for innovation inspiration.
📍 What You’ll Do
You’ll be fully integrated into the CJ CheilJedang Seoul HQ Global Talent Acquisition Team, where you’ll contribute to the development of foreign talent acquisition strategies and provide operational support for the recruitment process. Your role will be crucial in shaping CJ’s approach to attracting and onboarding top international talent, ensuring smooth integration of foreign employees into the company’s global workforce. In this role, you will:
- Global Talent Acquisition Strategy: Support the development and execution of strategies to attract top foreign talent, ensuring alignment with CJ’s global workforce needs.
- Operational Support: Assist in the operational aspects of the talent acquisition process, including coordinating candidate communication, scheduling interviews, and managing recruitment databases.
- Onboarding Program Development: Contribute to the design and implementation of onboarding processes that ensure a smooth transition for foreign employees joining the company, focusing on both cultural and operational integration.
- Global Recruitment Research: Conduct research on recruitment trends and practices in key international markets, identifying opportunities for CJ to improve its foreign hiring strategies.
- Data and Reporting: Assist in tracking key recruitment metrics and compiling reports to support decision-making within the HR department.
📍 Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications
- Commitment: Able to commit to an on-site, full-time internship.
- Academic Status: Currently enrolled in or graduated from a 4-year college or university outside of South Korea, pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree, with an expected graduation date between by December 2025.
- Relocation: Willing to relocate to our CJ CheilJedang offices in Seoul, South Korea, for the duration of the internship.
- Travel: Possess a valid passport and are able to travel internationally.
- Post-Graduation: Open to starting a full-time position upon graduation.
📍 Qualifications:
- Global HR Understanding: Interest in global talent acquisition and foreign employee management, with some prior experience in HR or related fields.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to contribute to the development of global talent acquisition strategies and onboarding processes.
- Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and support operational processes within HR.
- Cultural Competency: Openness to working in Korea and engaging with diverse cultures, with the ability to design HR practices that reflect global diversity.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in English; proficiency in Korean or additional languages is a plus.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with MS Excel, Powerpoint, Office, HR software, or recruitment platforms is preferred.
About CJ Young Professional Program
The CJ Young Professional Program is designed to fast-track your development into a global leader within CJ CheilJedang.
- Grow Fast: This program is tailored for those with ambition, offering you the chance to quickly step into leadership roles. By taking on critical responsibilities early on, you’ll have the opportunity to accelerate your career and make a tangible impact on the company’s global strategy.
- Grow Global: Starting with two years at our Global Headquarters in Seoul, you’ll gain deep insights into our business and leadership practices. This experience will prepare you for strategic positions in our international offices, where you will play a key role in driving CJ’s global expansion.