Tourism & Hospitality. Austria is a popular tourist attraction no matter what month it is, so short term and seasonal work in Austria in the tourism and hospitality industry is available year round. If a seasonal job in Austria is what you’re looking for, then Innsbruck and Salzburg host the best and most rewarding potential tourism jobs for you. Those who want to work in Austria for 90 days or less will find work in the the tourism or hospitality industries to be a terrific option.

Technology. If you are a software engineer, web developer, or customer service technician with the most up-to-date skills and experience, then finding jobs in Austria shouldn’t be too hard for you. Many large global IT companies, such as Cisco, have significant offices in Austria and are always looking for experienced technology workers.

Education and the Arts have, throughout history, been part of the Austrian culture. In almost every city you will find exquisite museums, universities, theater, and of course, music. It is respected by the world over as a mecca of the arts for both teaching and learning.

Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries globally and Austria is known for the best healthcare in the region. Since 2002, Austria has moved from primarily manufacturing to biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Strong growth in these research industries has provided for an increase in North American workers. Scientists are especially in demand for the many healthcare research organizations.

Work Schedule. The average work week is based on the industry, but is usually 37 to 40 hours Monday through Friday, except for the hospitality industry. If you are a full-time permanent employee, expect exceptional benefits, such as a minimum of five weeks compulsory vacation (holiday as it is called) and up to seven weeks depending on your age rather than your time at a company.

Language Requirements. Knowing the language or at least some conversational German is best and many companies will require it for jobs in Austria. English is used in many global companies and is surely an asset as a global language, but if you know at least some German it is a strong plus. Companies will hire for skills and experience and may require you to take German language classes. For example, Austrian universities require German as a language for their educators.