Jobs
News, information and practical advice on job vacancies, finding a job, writing a CV, preparing for an interview, and more in Austria.
Jobs in Austria: the best job fairs to attend this season
Looking for a job or considering a career change in Austria? Several free career fairs are taking place across the country this autumn, offering opportunities to meet recruiters, explore vacancies and get advice on applications.
What's considered a good salary in Vienna in 2026?
Whether you're thinking about a move to Vienna or you already live here and are eyeing up job opportunities, here's what you need to know about salaries in the Austrian capital in 2026.
Six official websites to know if you’re planning to work in Austria
If you are moving to Austria and planning to work once you're here, there are a few websites that you need to know.
Jobs in Austria: Vienna careers fair targets students looking for work opportunities
Students studying at university in Vienna can speak with recruiters from over 27 companies at a free event held in English on October 15th.
What Google's huge Upper Austria data centre could mean for jobs and the region
Google is already recruiting for its first Austrian data centre in Kronstorf, while plans for a much larger campus are moving through the approval process.
What Austria’s new AMS priorities could mean for foreign jobseekers
Austria’s government wants the country’s employment service to do more to get newly arrived people into work. What does this mean for foreigners?
When can Austria’s AMS stop your unemployment payments?
More than 37,000 benefit sanctions were issued in Austria in the first half of 2026. Why were people sanctioned and what does that mean for the unemployed on benefits?
Q&A: The rules on working overtime in Austria in 2026
Depending on your job, you may be asked to work extra hours. What are your rights? We break down everything you need to know.
Only three European countries meet deadline for new pay transparency rules
Only three countries have passed into national legislation new EU pay transparency rules by the June 7th deadline, MEPs and trade unions have denounced.
How companies in Europe are struggling to recruit workers from outside the EU
Almost half of European small and medium companies struggle to find workers with the skills they need but recruitment outside the EU remains “limited” and “too difficult”, a recent Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission had shown.
EXPLAINED: How to find a summer job in Austria
Though Austria is mainly known for its winter resorts, there is no shortage of possibilities for those looking for seasonal jobs in summer.
Jobs in Austria: new Amazon unit in Upper Austria could create up to 1,500 new jobs
Amazon is reportedly planning a major new investment in Upper Austria that could create up to 1,500 jobs, though no official confirmation has yet been given.
EXPLAINED: When can I get a day off work in Austria?
It’s important to know your employment rights when working in another country. Here’s what you need to know about taking a day off work in Austria.
REVEALED: Austria's top-rated employers in 2026
Looking for a job in Austria at a company where employees are generally satisfied? A new ranking shows the firms based in Austria that score highly among employees for a positive work environment and good salaries.
Austria summer jobs: Why it pays to apply for Ferialjobs early
Ferialjobs in Austria are proper jobs with rights, not informal holiday work. But many employers recruit earlier than most families expect – here's what you need to know and how to get ahead even if you are just now starting to apply for jobs.
What Austria’s end-of-year unemployment figures reveal about 2026
After a difficult year, Austria’s labour market shows mixed signals. Unemployment is still rising, but employment growth hints at possible improvement ahead.
Where will jobs be lost in Austria in 2026?
From public broadcasting to car suppliers, Austria’s shifting economy means some workers will face redundancies next year.
Working in Austria: Which new jobs are expected to be created in 2026?
Austria is expected to create thousands of new jobs in 2026, with healthcare, transport and green energy leading the demand.
How much of a threat is AI to jobs in Austria?
The world is debating how Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the labour market, with some predicting it will wipe out a chunk of the workforce. What's the situation in Austria?
EXPLAINED: How the EU's new Talent Pool for non-EU jobseekers will work
The launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’ has moved a step closer. It will be the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.
How Austria’s new ‘MeinAMS’ platform will change job searches
Austria’s labour office is rolling out a new online platform, MeinAMS, to replace the long-used eAMS system and make digital access simpler and more secure.
Do I need to fulfil my notice period after quitting my job in Austria?
Leaving a job in Austria means more than just giving notice - you may still have to work for weeks or even months, depending on your contract.
EXPLAINED: What Austria's new educational leave rules will mean for you
Austria plans to replace the current Bildungskarenz with a budget-limited model from 2026. So who could still qualify, what proof of study will count, and how will the new minimum payments compare?