The 26th KUBS Buddy Recruitment

KUBS has signed academic exchange agreements with 102 overseas universities from 32 countries and is continuously promoting active exchange by sending and accepting numerous students. We are now recruiting the 27th KUBS Buddy members. For those who are interested, please refer to the information below:

1. What is KUBS Buddy?

KUBS Buddy, short for Korea University Business School Buddy, is a renowned organization within Korea University's Business School. Its dedicated members are committed to assisting exchange students in acclimating to life at Korea University. These knowledgeable guides provide valuable support and guidance throughout the students’ journey.

1)    Purpose:
•    To support KUBS exchange students.
•    To increase the status as a prestigious worldwide university by providing continuous support and promotional services for international students.

2)    History: The first recruitment was held in 2010, and KUBS is in the process of recruiting the 27th KUBS Buddy for the fall semester of 2023.

3)    Recruitment Area:
•    Executive Division: Create KUBS Buddy apparel, organize meeting dates, and reserve meeting rooms
•    Press Division: Produce posters and card news, cover activities, and manage the official KUBS Buddy Instagram account
•    Program Division: Plan KUBS Buddy activities and collect feedback
•    Period: One year (Participation in 2 consecutive semesters is mandatory; however, exemptions are granted for military service obligations and exchange student programs.)

4)    General Body Meeting: Following each activity, a mandatory debriefing meeting will be conducted to discuss and review the regular activities.

5)    It is mandatory to participate in regular activities at least 3 times.

2. Eligibility
•    All KUBS students (double major students are ineligible)
•    Students who are in the second semester of their first year or higher (freshmen students are ineligible)
•    Those who are willing to assist international students (we also welcome those who are not fluent in English but have confidence and friendliness towards international students).
•    Preferred Qualifications:
-    Ability to carry on basic conversations in English / Ability to speak a second language (such as Chinese)
-    Proficient with editing software programs (Photoshop, Movie Maker, Premiere Pro, Canva, etc.)
-    Juniors and Seniors are also welcome

3. Details
•    Assist in coordinating events regarding exchange student activities
(KUBS exchange student orientation planning and advertisement, monthly activity, etc.)
•    Help KUBS exchange students adjust to life at KUBS
(Each Korean student will be assigned with 3 to 4 international buddies.)
•    Increase the bond between Korean and exchange students by hosting and participating in a minimum of 3 activities per semester.
•    Promote KUBS Buddy

 
4. Recruitment Period & Process
•    Submission Period (Application Screening): 14 July (Fri) – 27 July (Thurs); Midnight
•    Application link: https://forms.gle/LwwbzW4HoPBhV6mq6
•    Vacancies: OO students
•    Selection Process:
-    31 July (Mon): Announcement of Initial Screening Results (will be notified of interview date and time individually via phone message)
-    3 August (Thurs) – 5 August (Sat): Interview (can select morning/afternoon) 
*Due to the ongoing COVID-19, all interviews will be conducted online. Details will be provided with the announcement of initial screening results.
-    8 August (Tue): Final results announcement (each student will be contacted individually)
-    12 August (Sat): Orientation with KUBS Buddy 26th members

 
5. Benefits (must participate diligently for a year)
-    Extra points will be given when applying for exchange student programs, global internship programs, or both
-    Certification of participation will be issued

 
6. Contact Information
President: Jun Hee Park (010-5749-7529)
Vice President: Seoyeon Ko (010-7242-2866)
KUBS BUDDY Instagram: @kubs_buddy https://instagram.com/kubs_buddy?igshid=cnemwbxydv79 
KUBS BUDDY Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kubsbuddyofficial/