Find an Internship in Vienna, Austria
Gain Valuable Work Experience in the Austrian Capital
Oct 21, 2009
Vienna, Austria is the former hub of Europe. Once the seat of the Habsburg Empire, it was seen as a gateway between eastern and western Europe. And from the music of Strauss to the art of Gustav Klimt, Vienna boasts having served as the home of some of the most world-renowned artists in history. Exciting internship opportunities abound in this magnificent city, and below is a sampling of possible jobs for students and recent graduates.
United Nations Internships in Vienna
The U.N. in Vienna provides highly qualified university students with an incredible opportunity: gaining work experience in international diplomacy. This two- to six-month internship will look outstanding on a resume, and, though highly competitive, strong students of international relations and related fields are encouraged to apply.
IES Abroad's Internship Opportunities in Vienna
All Vienna internships through IES are combined with either the European Society & Culture or the Music study abroad program. Fields include business, education, and public service. IES assists students with placement, but the internship is only available to those on the IES study abroad program.
DANUBE's Internship Program in Vienna
DANUBE European Training, Research and Technology is an organization based in Austria. Opportunities are available for students and recent graduates throughout Europe, including Vienna. Internships last 3-12 months. Applications should be submitted at least a month prior to the desired start date.
CS Vienna's Internships
It is possible for full-time university students to intern at the U.S. Commercial Service in Austria. This is a program international business majors may be interested in, as the primary focus is to connect U.S. and Austrian businesses.
Language Teaching Assistantships in Austria
The Austrian Ministry of Education offers university students and recent grads a great job as a language assistant. These assistants work in classrooms that teach their native language. Leading conversations, preparing lessons, and serving as a classroom assistant (proofreading, tutoring individual students, and aiding in the supervision of group activities) are all duties of the job.
Where to Find Additional Vienna Internship Opportunities
Websites like JobsAbroad.com and Workingabroad.org have databases of internships and other job opportunities in different countries. Vienna is also a wonderful place for those interested in art, history, and music. For internships specific to the arts, check out museums such as Schoenbrunn Palace and the Belvedere (just two of Vienna's many museums) to see if there are opportunities for students and recent graduates.
Vienna offers the possibility of interning in a number of areas, from international affairs to business, education to the arts. Characterized by its rich history, marvelous baroque architecture, and a devotion to the arts, as well as a vibrant student life through the presence of the prestigious University of Vienna, it is a wonderful place to live and work.
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