For Students from non EU member states

• Unpaid work experience
• Minimum duration 8 weeks: 4 weeks' German language course + 4 weeks' work experience.
• Maximum duration: as long as your visa is valid. Mostly 12 weeks: 4 weeks' German language course + 8 weeks' work experience

Unpaid Work Experience

Placement available for EU citizens and non-EU citizens.

• Computing: CNC, CAD/CAM, software development.
• Tourism & marketing: Austrian Airlines (ground staff), travel agencies.
• Hotel Management in Vienna: reception, kitchen help
  
• Commerce: import/export firms, environmental consulting.
• Research: university institutes.
• Manual and art trades: carpenter, car mechanic.
• Selling: art galleries, souvenier shops, retails stores

Conditions of Employment (unpaid work experience)

• Your job placement is unpaid, but you can gain valuable experience and perfect your German.
• Accommodation costs (use of kitchen): approx. EUR 150 - 200 / week.
• Many employers offer meals at subsidised prices or a free travel pass for public transport.
• Working hours: approx. 20-40 hours per week, according to interest.
• Private insurance must be taken out.