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2026 KB Good Job Busan JOB Festival to Connect Job Seekers with Opportunities and Open New Doors for Busan's Future

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Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Chun Jae-soo) announced that it will host the 2026 KB Good Job Busan JOB Festival in partnership with the Ministry of Employment and Labor and KB Kookmin Bank on October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Hall 1 of Exhibition Center 1 at BEXCO.

A total of 28 local organizations, including the Busan Economic Promotion Agency, the Busan Regional Employment and Labor Office, and the Busan Regional Office of SMEs and Startups, will participate as organizing institutions, helping attract outstanding companies and operate festival programs.

Under the theme "Find Your Next Job, Shape Busan's Tomorrow," the festival will serve as a comprehensive job fair bringing together job seekers of all generations, from young adults to middle-aged and senior citizens.

Major programs will include recruitment, promotional, consulting, and experience zones, as well as special lectures on employment, company information sessions, supplementary activities, and on-site events.

This year, the festival has introduced improvements to enhance convenience for job seekers, expand personalized employment support, and increase benefits for participating companies and attendees.

The job seeker registration process has been digitized, with QR codes issued to streamline registration and interview procedures. Job seekers who remain unemployed after the festival will also receive follow-up support, including referrals to additional employment opportunities.

A new Women-Friendly Employment and Distribution and Logistics Zone has been established to support women seeking employment and individuals pursuing reemployment in the distribution and logistics sectors. The zone will provide personalized career counseling and recruitment information.

At a special interactive policy promotion zone called the Tomorrow Tea House, participants will be able to select and experience "Policy Teas" tailored to their employment concerns while learning about relevant support policies.

The maximum number of employees eligible for regular employment hiring subsidies has been increased from five to ten per company. In addition, up to 500 interview participants will each receive KRW 10,000 in financial support.

A talk concert featuring film director Jang Hang-jun will also be held, focusing on courage and the challenges involved in pursuing one's dreams.

The opening ceremony, scheduled for 11:00 a.m., will feature a slate ceremony to celebrate new beginnings for job seekers and encourage companies in their efforts to recruit talent.

Using a film slate traditionally employed to signal the start of filming, the ceremony will feature a performance involving job seekers attending the festival. The symbolic gesture will mark the beginning of new career opportunities for job seekers and new connections with prospective employees for participating companies.

In the Recruitment Zone, approximately 220 companies, including outstanding local businesses and companies recognized by KB, will conduct on-site interviews and recruitment consultations.

Busan Metropolitan City will organize the Recruitment Zone to reflect the characteristics of Busan's industries and businesses, including women-friendly workplaces, distribution and logistics, and future growth sectors, providing job seekers with recruitment information across a wide range of fields.

The Promotional Zone will consist of a Policy Promotion Zone introducing employment policies and support programs offered by Busan Metropolitan City and participating organizations, along with a Special Experience Zone featuring interactive activities for job seekers.

At the Special Experience Zone, participants will use reusable cups and stickers representing their employment concerns to explore relevant issues and receive information about corresponding "Employment Policy Teas" and support programs.

The zone will also feature a "Commitment to Tomorrow" activity and a receipt review event to encourage job seekers as they pursue new opportunities.

The Consulting Zone will offer personalized employment and career counseling for different age groups, including young adults, middle-aged individuals, and senior citizens, as well as résumé writing and interview preparation consultations.

Through expert consultations and interactive programs, the festival will help job seekers access the information they need to prepare for employment in one convenient location.

Job seekers wishing to participate can register in advance through the official festival website (https://bsjobfestival.kr) or register on-site on the day of the event.

A special first-come, first-served event will also be held for job seekers who complete advance registration by October 23 and visit the festival venue.

Detailed information about participating companies, supplementary activities, and special events is available on the official festival website (https://bsjobfestival.kr).

For further inquiries, contact the Busan Job Support Center at 051-888-6916.

Mayor Chun Jae-soo stated, "The 2026 KB Good Job Busan JOB Festival is Busan's largest employment festival, connecting generations and industries. It will provide a valuable opportunity for all residents to find meaningful employment in Busan."

He added, "Busan Metropolitan City will serve as a strong and reliable source of support, ensuring that people of all generations can make full use of their abilities and enjoy stable employment."