전생애설계 프로그램 대학생 참여자의 직업적응 과정의 경험에 대한 질적 연구

초록

This study aimed to explore in depth the experiences of university students as they navigated the process of work adjustment after participating in a Life-Design Program. Using a qualitative research approach, the study conducted follow-up interviews with six participants who took part in the program at K University in 2014. The data were analyzed through thematic analysis, yielding 161 codes, 12 categories, and 5 core themes. The findings indicated that, at the Actor stage, the major themes were “role conflict (role hybridity)” and “coping with difficulties while carrying out expected roles.” At the Agent stage, the themes of “reconstruction of identity and life integration” and “strengthening of self-regulation” were identified. Finally, at the Author stage, the core theme was “constructing a self-directed career path through the convergence of life theme.” Overall, the participants experienced role-related tensions during career preparation and adjustment, yet through reflection and practice, they reconstructed their identities, strengthened their capacity for self-regulation, and ultimately expanded the meaning of their lives.This study is significant in that it empirically elucidates, within the Korean context, young adults’early career transition processes and the effects of career construction–based counseling interventions.

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