2026 Design-Technology Collaboration Workforce Support Program Additional Recruitment for Companies
Receive up to 3.06 million KRW in monthly government subsidies when hiring design personnel.
- Eligible
- Startups, SMEs, and Mid-sized Enterprises
- Deadline
- 2026.10.02
This program supports startups, SMEs, and mid-sized enterprises by providing monthly government subsidies based on designer grade wage rates (1,605,000 KRW to 3,060,000 KRW per month) for hiring design talent across all fields. Applications are accepted via email (job@kidp.or.kr) from the announcement date until Friday, October 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
3-second summary
- Target: Startups, SMEs, and Mid-sized Enterprises
- Support: Monthly government subsidy based on designer grade wage rates (1,605,000 KRW - 3,060,000 KRW)
- Application Period: From announcement date to Oct 2, 2026, 15:00
- Method: Email submission (job@kidp.or.kr)
Eligibility checklist
- Startup companies: Businesses less than 7 years since commencement
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): As defined by Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises
- Mid-sized Enterprises: As defined by Article 2 of the Special Act on Promoting Growth and Strengthening Competitiveness of Mid-sized Enterprises
Schedule & how to apply
- Deadline: Oct 2, 2026, 15:00
- Method: Online email application (job@kidp.or.kr)
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of startups within 7 years or SMEs/mid-sized enterprises considering hiring design personnel.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for Startups, SMEs, and Mid-sized Enterprises. Details: Startup companies: Businesses less than 7 years since commencement; Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): As defined by Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises; Mid-sized Enterprises: As defined by Article 2 of the Special Act on Promoting Growth and Strengthening Competitiveness of Mid-sized Enterprises.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026.10.02. Applications are currently closed. Schedules may change — confirm against the official program notice.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by Korea Institute of Design Promotion.
Last updated · Source: Korea Institute of Design Promotion — official notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.