Navigating Employment Opportunities at the U.S. Mission in Korea

For individuals seeking employment with the U.S. Mission in the Republic of Korea, the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) site is the primary resource for viewing available positions and submitting applications. However, prospective applicants should be aware of scheduled outages to the ERA system in the coming months.

Current Job Listings and Application Process

All applications for positions at the U.S. Mission in Korea must be submitted through the ERA site to be considered. The U.S. Embassy & Consulate in the Republic of Korea provides information and links to access the current list of vacancies.

Upcoming ERA System Outages

The ERA site will be unavailable during the following periods:

• March 28, 2026: Outage beginning at 12:01 AM and continuing until complete.
• April 10, 2026: From 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM for system upgrading.
• May 1, 2026: From 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM for system upgrading.
• June 5, 2026: From 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM for system upgrading.

The U.S. Mission apologizes for any inconvenience these outages may cause.

Additional Resources

Beyond direct employment, resources are available for family members seeking work. The Family Liaison Office offers programs and information to expand employment options for family members both within Korea and abroad. Learn more about family member employment options.

Internship Opportunities

The Foreign National Student Internship Program (FNSIP) provides internship opportunities for non-U.S. Citizen students seeking experience with U.S. Missions abroad.

Federal Employment Information

For broader information about federal employment opportunities, USAJOBS serves as the official one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information.