Up to 3.5 million won just by preparing for employment! Apply for the 2026 Youth Challenge Support Project

If you are a young person who is taking a break from employment or has lost motivation to find a job, check out the ‘Youth Challenge Support Project’.
The Youth Challenge Support Project is a government-supported project that provides counseling, confidence recovery, career exploration, and employment competency strengthening programs for young people who have given up on finding a job.
■ Support details
Short-term course: KRW 500,000 upon completion Mid-term course: Up to KRW 2.2 million Long-term course: Up to KRW 3.5 million Participation allowance, completion, job search, and employment incentives are paid depending on the course ■ Applicants
Young people who have given up on finding a job with little history of recent participation in employment, education, or vocational training, young people preparing for independence, young people entering or leaving youth welfare facilities, etc. Age and detailed qualifications may vary depending on the local operating institution, and the final selection is made after consultation and confirmation of the questionnaire.■ Application period
Scheduled for January - November 2026
※ It may end early when the number of recruitment in each region is limited.
■ How to apply
Employment 24 Login → Search for ‘Youth Challenge Support Project’ → Select an operating organization that can participate → Apply online
▶ Apply and confirm details
https://www.work24.go.kr/wk/g/b/1100/busiIntro.do
If you are a young person in Gumi who is currently taking a break from employment or education, be sure to check whether you are eligible. Even if you are unsure as to whether you are eligible, it is recommended that you first receive consultation from the operating organization.
※ The amount of support may vary depending on the selected/assigned program, completion of the program, employment, start-up, and continuous employment.