# Startup recruitment initiatives in Seoul

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/startup-recruitment-initiatives-in-seoul
> Updated: 2026-10-22T22:39:33.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Local government entities in Seoul are launching recruitment drives to support various startup ecosystems.

In Gongdeok, the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Business Agency are seeking 27 technology-based companies to occupy the Seoul Startup Hub Gongdeok. Eligible applicants include companies founded within the last seven years, or up to ten years for those in new industry sectors. The program provides office space for up to four years and offers growth-stage support such as business diagnostics, incubation, and investment networking.

Simultaneously, Gwanak-gu is recruiting 21 companies for the Gwanak S-Valley ecosystem. This initiative provides office spaces across five facilities for venture companies and startups founded within the last seven years, with extended eligibility for those in AI, big data, and robotics. Support includes technical consulting through the Seoul National University Engineering Consulting Center, mentoring, and access to the Gwanak S-Valley Startup Support Fund.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Gwanak-gu to recruit 21 startups for Gwanak S-Valley

Gwanak-gu is seeking 21 promising startups to join the Gwanak S-Valley startup spaces, offering affordable offices and technical support through January 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gwanak-gu-to-recruit-21-startups-for-gwanak-s-valley

### 2026-10-10: Seoul Startup Hub Gongdeok to recruit 27 promising startups

Seoul is recruiting 27 tech startups for the Seoul Startup Hub Gongdeok, offering office space and investment support for up to four years.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seoul-startup-hub-gongdeok-to-recruit-27-promising-startups

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