{
  "id": 17922255,
  "title": "IES Global eyes expansion of study abroad, internship programs in Korea",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/ies-global-eyes-expansion-of-study-abroad-internship-programs-in-korea",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T06:42:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/education/20261103/ies-global-eyes-expansion-of-study-abroad-internship-programs-in-korea"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) Global is aiming to broaden its study abroad and internship programs in Korea, as the country becomes an increasingly attractive destination for international students. In a September interview with The Korea Times, IES Global President and CEO Gregory Hess highlighted the growing interest among American students in Korea, drawn by its cultural allure, technological advancements, and renowned universities. Hess noted that Korea is one of the emerging hotspots for study abroad opportunities, with students captivated by the entrepreneurial spirit, product prominence, and educational excellence offered in the nation. While K-pop and Korean dramas initially pique the curiosity of international students, Hess emphasized that Korea's true appeal lies in its cutting-edge technology and higher education institutions.",
  "summary": "As Korea emerges as a popular destination for international students, global education organization Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) Global is looking to expand two-way student exchanges and internship opportunities, connecting more international students with Korea while opening new pathways for Korean students to gain experience abroad. In an interivew in September…",
  "key_points": [
    "IES Global plans to expand study abroad programs in Korea.",
    "Korea attracts American students with cultural, technological, and educational aspects.",
    "IES CEO Gregory Hess attributes growing interest to Korea's entrepreneurial spirit and universities."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Expanding these programs capitalizes on South Korea's evolving reputation as a premier destination where cultural interest transitions into serious academic and professional engagement for American students.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}