Gyeonggi Province Receives 1,048 Applications for Youth Dream Project with 600 Openings

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Park No-hun] Gyeonggi Province and the Gyeonggi Jobs Foundation received 1,048 applications when recruiting 600 participants for the 'Gyeonggi Youth Gap Year' project, which supports young people in pursuing their dreams by challenging themselves in what they wish to do.

Previously, the province and the Gyeonggi Jobs Foundation recruited participants for the 'Gyeonggi Youth Gap Year Program' from May 12 to 31, with 300 spots in the first cohort and 300 in the second cohort.

According to the province on the 2nd, youth selected as final participants in the 'Gyeonggi Youth Gap Year Program' can receive project funding of up to 5 million won per person and implement self-designed projects over 100 days.

In particular, to ensure smooth project implementation, the province plans to provide comprehensive support including field-specific expert mentoring and capacity-building training.

Additionally, the final outputs of projects can be utilized as portfolios when participants pursue employment or start businesses in related fields, providing practical assistance for young people seeking their paths and pursuing their dreams.

Projects submitted this round include ▲web drama 'Boiled Egg' ▲youth mind care experience project ▲domestic travel blog and newsletter-themed general merchandise shop operation ▲upcycling project rather than recycling—featuring diverse content showcasing the fresh sensibilities of Gyeonggi youth.

The Gyeonggi Jobs Foundation plans to conduct document screening for the first cohort from June 7 to 9, announce interview candidates on June 14, conduct interview screening during June, and announce final selections on June 30.

Document screening will be evaluated based on 'application forms' and 'project plans,' while interview screening will focus on in-depth interviews centered on submitted documents, prioritizing the value and determination of attempting what participants wish to do.

Selection of the second cohort participants will take place in July.