Kia Launches Major Recruitment Drive for Second Half of 2026... Seeking Human-AI Collaboration Talent

Recruitment for Entry-level and Experienced Talent in 30 Future Business Areas, Including Production, Manufacturing, and IT
Largest Entry-level Hiring in Three Years... Introduction of "AI Problem-Solving Skills" Assessment

Kia will launch a focused recruitment drive in the second half of this year.

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Yangjae Headquarters. Hyundai Motor Group

On September 8th, Kia announced that the company will introduce a new assessment method tailored to the era of artificial intelligence (AI) and a differentiated recruitment program reflecting Millennials & Gen Z trends during this large-scale hiring campaign, which will focus on future new business areas and recruit both entry-level and experienced talent.

Kia will accept applications from both new graduates and experienced professionals across a total of 30 divisions, including: ▲ Production/Manufacturing ▲ IT ▲ Business/Planning ▲ Management Support ▲ Research & Development.

Entry-level positions are open to candidates expecting to graduate with a four-year university degree (by February 2027) or those who already hold a bachelor's or master's degree. For experienced hires, eligibility requirements should be verified through each individual job posting.

The application period is as follows: ▲ September 15 to 29 for entry-level hiring, and ▲ September 23 to October 7 for experienced positions. Further details, including job postings by job type, can be found on Kia's global talent recruitment platform, the "Kia Talent Lounge."

2026 Second Half Kia Intensive Recruitment Announcement Poster. Kia

Notably, for entry-level recruitment, Kia will be hiring the largest number of candidates in the past three years and will be the first in the industry to introduce a verification stage for "AI problem-solving skills." Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to analyze and solve problems using AI, with the goal of selecting not just talent who can use AI tools, but "human-AI collaboration type talent" who can utilize AI as a true partner in problem-solving.

In addition, for the first time at a domestic recruitment event, Kia will operate a pop-up store that blends Millennials & Gen Z trends with brand experience. Before formal recruitment begins, this pop-up event will take place at Seongsu COSOCIETY in Seoul from September 10th to 11th, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., featuring a variety of content to help applicants become more familiar with Kia's organizational culture and job offerings.

On both days, from 10 a.m. to noon, attendees can experience a unique recruitment information session inspired by the "morning rave" concept that has recently gained popularity among Millennials & Gen Z. A morning rave is a new party culture where participants enjoy music from a DJ and non-alcoholic beverages like coffee in the morning. Kia will incorporate these elements into its recruitment briefing so that candidates can access information in a more relaxed and open setting.

Other diverse programs—such as an exhibition of successful applicants' self-introduction essays, group consultations with current employees, and job talks—will be provided to offer practical help to job seekers.

A Kia official said, "In an era where AI and humans solve problems together, Kia seeks talent who can not only use AI but also collaborate with it to create new possibilities. We hope that many capable individuals will show interest and apply to join Kia in taking on new challenges."

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