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Objective

For a fast collection of information concerning news of Korean literature overseas, LTI Korea hires overseas correspondents.

Description

The English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese and Russian correspondents report to LTI Korea every month and upload their reports onto LTI Korea website.

Languages

English, French, Gernan, Spanish, Chinese and Russian. For English, two correspondents will be designated to cover each coast of the United States, and one correspondent will be chosen for each of the other languages.

Responsibilities

- Basic responsibilities: To submit a monthly report on the distribution of Korean literature and local
responses, cultural events related to Korean literature and studies and major issues in local publication and
culture industry.

- Reporting activity: After consulting with LTI Korea, correspondents create their own approach on how to
internationalize Korean literature and make reports on demand. To view their work, please click the
instructive icon below.

Application Documents

-	Must be a resident in the country of target language.

Grant Amount

-	Basic grants(every three months) + incentive based on activity

Duration of the Contract

-	From January 1 ~ December 31, 2010 (for 1 year)

Application Materials

	1. Applicatin form
	2. Statement of Purpose (In English or Korean)

How to Apply

-	Log onto the LTI Korea website and apply online with a self introduction attached.

Application Schedule

-	For applications received between October 19 to November 16, 2009, the results will be posted by the end of November, 2009

Selection Criteria

-	The applicant's understanding of Korean literature and culture, and their enthusiasm and experience in related fields as well as their local situations.

For any questions, please contact Kang, Yun Hyoung international communications team
(02-6919-7743 / seen298@klti.or.kr)