 Work experience in Austria:
Welcome to Vienna
Vienna is the political and cultural capital of Austria – a haven for lovers of theatre, music, art and cinema. Thanks to an enviable list of composers, the city has an outstanding musical heritage. And as you’d expect, there’s a lively scene for musicians, artists and young people.
As you’ll soon discover, Vienna is a traditional melting pot: home to immigrants from Hungary, Poland the Czech Republic. This mix of civilisations can be seen everywhere you go – it’s just like visiting half a dozen cities all at once!
Meet Your Host Organisation
The Amadeus Association is a non-profit organisation, set up to motivate young people for a new professional challenge.
Every year, they run trans-national vocational training programmes for over 700 international students. This is supported by a network of 300 national and international bodies, including contacts in most professional service and industry sectors.
So – what can you expect during your placement in Vienna?
Travel
Your air travel will be arranged by ETS. Many UK airports offer flights to Vienna - but as we book according to price and availability, we find that London airports are generally the best choice.
On arrival at Vienna Airport, you’ll be met by a Host Organiser who’ll accompany you to your accommodation...
Accommodation
You’ll be staying in a student residence in Vienna, sharing a self-catering apartment with other participants. All facilities, including bedrooms, are shared. Internet access is provided, and some apartments also have laundry facilities.
Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the apartment. For images, see www.amadeus.or.at
Language Course
On your first working day in Vienna, you’ll head to the premises of “Amadeus Schule” to begin a course in German as a foreign language. The course runs for 4 hours per day from Monday to Friday, with homework to be completed for the following day.
The highly-qualified tutors are native German speakers, using modern equipment and the very latest teaching methods. This course is a vital foundation for your Austrian work experience programme and a chance to fully benefit from your time in Vienna.
Work Experience
Once your language course is completed, your work experience begins. Your placement will last for 10 weeks, in and around Vienna. You’ll need to travel to your workplace, either on foot or by public transport.
Choosing your work placement
You’ll find all kinds of industries and placements in Vienna. Selection is based on your language skills, past experience and qualifications - as well as your personal interests and future aspirations.
At the moment we have placements running in these – and other - sectors:
- Software
- Hospitality
- Museums & Art galleries
- Scientific research
- Media: TV & Journalism
- Tourism
- Legal
- Commercial & financial services
- Electrical & mechanical engineering
- Environmental
These industries can offer you extensive opportunities. And naturally, new market sectors are always being explored...
Don’t forget, your placement is about more than work experience. As you’ll discover here, there’s always something to see and do in Vienna!
To arrange a work placement in Vienna:
apply here
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