EPIK – English Program in Korea (Government Public School English Teachers)
EPIK places native English speakers as English teachers in Korean public schools, through a national programme sponsored by the Korean Ministry of Education. Apply through the official EPIK website or the Korean Education Centre in your country, never through paid agents promising a place.
Who can apply
Only for: Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK or the USA. In Africa only South African citizens are eligible.
- Type
- Legal work route
- Organisation
- Korean Ministry of Education (EPIK)
- Location
- South Korea
- Field
- Education · English teaching
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Deadline
- Rolling (apply any time)
- Pay or funding
- Monthly salary on the EPIK pay scale, with housing provided or a housing allowance (see the official site).
Apply on the official site (opens in a new tab) → Check eligibility & prepare my CV
You'll go to epik.go.kr. ✓ Checked by PathAbroad when listed. Applications confirmed open on the official page: 7 November 2026. Official link working: 8 November 2026. Always confirm the deadline and requirements on the official page before you apply.
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