The Korea Times draws record applicants for Global Supporters program

The Korea Times announced a record number of applicants for its Global Supporters program, receiving 281 foreign university students from 44 countries for the second-half 2026 term. This surge in interest underscores the growing allure of Korea for international students. Established in 2026, the Global Supporters program aims to promote the newspaper's events and content, primarily through social media channels operated by participants.

In exchange for training, networking opportunities, and a certificate of completion, accepted students represent the Korea Times on their personal social media platforms. Recruitment for the program ran from June 1 to August 13, 2026. Applicants were assessed based on their self-introduction and motivation statements, as well as their social media activity.

Out of the 281 applicants, 50 were chosen to participate in the program. These 50 newly selected supporters will commence their term with a launch ceremony at the Korea Times headquarters in Seoul on August 31, 2026. Following the ceremony, they will engage in approximately six months of activities, running from September 2026 to February 2027, 2027.

During this period, participants will attend monthly offline events organized by The Korea Times, such as seminars, forums, and concerts. Additionally, they will assist in promoting the newspaper's events and content, leveraging their social media presence to produce viral content for the Korea Times.