Yangcheon-gu to hold senior employment fair for residents 60 and older

Yangcheon-gu in Seoul announced it will hold a "2027 Senior Employment Information Session" for residents aged 60 and older.

The event is scheduled for Dec. 2 at Haenuri Town. Organized by the Yangcheon Senior Club and co-hosted by 11 senior employment agencies in the district, the session will target about 1,000 seniors and offer information on next year's senior employment programs, personalized consultations and hands-on job preparation activities — all in one place.

The session will be divided into two parts: a pre-show performance and commendation ceremony, followed by a briefing on 2027 senior employment programs. In the first part, the district mayor will present citations to 20 people in total — 15 outstanding participants who contributed to promoting senior employment programs and five agency workers who worked to improve senior welfare.

The main briefing will then be held three times in Haenuri Hall, covering the types of programs available, eligibility requirements and application procedures.

In the lobby, job counseling booths staffed by all 11 participating agencies will offer one-on-one consultations tailored to each visitor's neighborhood, preferred job type and personal circumstances. Side events will also be available, including AI-powered health checkups, a hand-drip coffee experience led by senior baristas and professional headshot photography.

Seniors wishing to attend can pre-register via a QR code on the event notice from Nov. 4 through Nov. 18, with walk-in registration also available on the day.

"Employment is more than financial support for seniors — it is a precious opportunity to stay connected with society and maintain an active daily life," Yangcheon-gu District Mayor Lee Ki-jae said. "We will continue to identify quality jobs that draw on seniors' experience and abilities, and actively support them in enjoying a healthy and fulfilling retirement."