Erasmus+ Internships in
Internships in Austria — Erasmus+ Mobility Programmes
Austria's central European location, strong VET tradition, and excellence in hospitality make it an outstanding Erasmus+ mobility destination.
90+
Partner companies
130+
Students placed
3+
Cities covered
96%
Satisfaction rate
Erasmus+ internships in Austria — at a glance
Austria is an EU and eurozone member where Piktalent organises Erasmus+ placements in finance, engineering, classical music, hospitality, and renewable energy. Vienna concentrates finance, EU agencies (OPEC, UN, IAEA), and creative industries; Salzburg anchors hospitality and music; Innsbruck is the alpine tourism and winter-sports capital. English proficiency is high in international roles.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Working language
- German + English (international)
- EU status
- Full EU + eurozone + Schengen
- Best months
- April–October
- Avg accommodation
- €500–850/month
- Time zone
- CET (UTC+1)
What's Included in Austria Programmes
Every mobility programme in Austria includes comprehensive support services — so your institution can focus on the educational dimension.
Host company matching based on participant profile and learning objectives
Accommodation arrangement in vetted, safe locations near the workplace
Travel insurance and liability coverage for the full mobility period
Airport transfers and local orientation upon arrival
24/7 emergency support line throughout the placement
Cultural and professional mentoring during the programme
Administrative support: agreements, certificates, Europass documentation
Mid-term and final evaluation reports for the sending institution
Erasmus+ mobility programmes we run in Austria
Piktalent delivers every major Erasmus+ mobility programme type in Austria. Pick the format that fits your accreditation and budget — we handle matching, logistics, compliance and reporting end-to-end.
À la carte support services across Austria
Accommodation
Vetted housing close to the host company across Austria — apartments, residences or host families.
Insurance
Health, accident and liability cover compliant with Erasmus+ and host-country requirements.
Visa & documentation
Guidance on visas, residence permits and host-country paperwork for non-EU participants.
Language courses
Pre-departure and on-site language training to speed up workplace integration across Austria.
TEFL — Teach English Abroad
Accredited TEFL certification — open enrolment, no internship required.
Internship job portal
Browse and apply directly to open internship positions across Austria and across Europe & the USA.
Why Choose Austria for Erasmus+ Mobility?
Austria combines Germanic precision with cultural richness, offering high-quality placements in a country that deeply values vocational training.
One of Europe's strongest VET systems — Austrian companies understand mobility value
World-class hospitality sector, especially in Salzburg and Tyrol ski regions
Vienna consistently ranked among the world's most liveable cities
Strong engineering and manufacturing sector, particularly in Graz and Upper Austria
Central location with excellent rail connections across Europe
High standard of living and excellent public services
Did You Know? — Austria
Interesting facts about Austria that make it a unique mobility destination.
Music capital
Vienna is the classical music capital of the world — birthplace of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss.
Ski industry
Austria's alpine ski industry is worth billions, creating premium hospitality and tourism placements.
VET excellence
Austria has one of Europe's strongest VET systems — Austrian companies deeply understand and value mobility.
Quality of life
Vienna has been ranked the world's most liveable city multiple times.
Cities & Regions in Austria
We work with verified host companies across Austria. Each city offers distinct sector strengths and professional environments.
Professional Sectors in Austria
Our company network in Austria covers these key professional sectors, matched to participants' fields of study.
Hospitality & Tourism
Hotels, ski resorts, gastronomy, and event management
Engineering & Manufacturing
Automotive, mechanical, and industrial engineering
Business & Finance
Banking, consulting, and corporate services
Culture & Events
Music, festivals, museums, and cultural management
Internships in Austria by field
Each field links to a country-level page listing the cities where Piktalent currently delivers placements.
Browse worldwide (Europe + USA): IT internships in Europe & the USA · Graphic Design internships in Europe & the USA
Mobility Examples in Austria
Real outcomes from mobility programmes we've managed in Austria.
16 Italian hospitality students completed placements at Salzburg luxury hotels
Students gained experience in premium hospitality service standards
View case studiesFrequently Asked Questions — Austria
Common questions from institutions planning Erasmus+ mobility in Austria.
Related Resources
Guides and articles to help you plan and execute mobility programmes.
Ready to Organise Mobility in Austria?
Contact our team to discuss your mobility programme requirements in Austria. We'll prepare a custom proposal based on your participants, sectors, and timeline.