Sacheon City to Fully Expand Full Life-Cycle Employment Policies... Aerospace-Linked Employment Strategy in Full Swing

Up to 2 Million Won in Support for Youth, from Startups to Long-Term Retention
Building an Integrated Employment System Connecting Industry and Workforce

Sacheon City in South Gyeongsang Province is set to mark 2026 by significantly expanding its full life-cycle employment policies, encompassing youth, middle-aged, corporate, and industrial workforces, as it moves to restructure the local employment market.

This policy initiative focuses on building a "full life-cycle support system" that goes beyond simple employment assistance, spanning from job preparation, work experience, regular employment transition, asset building, entrepreneurship, to long-term retention. In particular, the city has made it a key priority to establish a sustainable employment base through strategic planning linked to the region's core aerospace industry.

Sichuan City, Future Aerial View of Aerospace Complex City

For the youth demographic, a "three-stage package support" will be introduced. Unemployed young people will receive a monthly job-seeking allowance of 500,000 won for up to four months, totaling 2 million won. In addition, the work experience support program will provide three months of practical experience to young people hired by companies. Companies will receive assistance for labor costs and mentor stipends, thereby creating a mutually beneficial structure between youth and businesses.

Furthermore, through the Youth Savings Account program, participants are encouraged to build assets and settle in the region by making joint deposits for two years, after which support funds are provided. The goal is to foster a virtuous policy cycle that connects "support, experience, and settlement."

Corporate support policies are also being strengthened. Small and medium-sized enterprises that newly hire local youth and maintain their employment for more than six months will receive an employment incentive of 2.5 million won per person. By requiring local residency or graduation from local schools, the policy aims to prevent the outflow of local talent and reinforce internal circulation.

Re-employment policies for the middle-aged workforce are also being expanded. Companies hiring job seekers aged 50 to 64 will receive up to 2.5 million won in employment incentives, and support for certification exam fees is intended to enhance both professional skills and employment competitiveness.

In the field of entrepreneurship, the "THE LANDING Project" will establish a five-stage support system, from education to commercialization. The initiative aims to build a sustainable, region-specific startup ecosystem by focusing on discovering business ideas that leverage local cultural and tourism resources.

Industry-linked policies are also a central pillar. Sacheon City, aiming to become a hub of the aerospace industry, has prepared comprehensive support measures, including assistance for new hires, long-term retention incentives, living support, and improved working conditions. These efforts are intended to reduce workforce gaps within the industry and facilitate the stable settlement of key personnel.

Sichuan City, Aircraft Maintenance Photo

Additionally, the city will host a specialized aerospace job fair and operate employment support programs in partnership with Gyeongsang National University to enhance job matching functions for both job seekers and companies.

Public job opportunities for vulnerable groups will also be expanded. A total of 136 positions will be offered across various sectors such as information technology, public services, and environmental cleanup, simultaneously providing income security and opportunities for social participation.

A city official stated, "This policy is not just a fragmented support measure, but a structural employment model that spans the entire life cycle. By creating quality jobs linked to the aerospace industry, we aim to establish a foundation where both industry and employment can grow together."

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