The Internships & Insights program offers students aged 16 and above the opportunity to gain practical experience and explore professional environments in Salzburg. In addition to school participation and cultural activities, participants can gain insights into local companies, workplaces and different career fields throughout their stay.
The program is designed to combine international exchange with professional development, allowing students to experience everyday working life in Austria while improving communication skills, teamwork and intercultural understanding in a modern and international environment.
Students can choose from three exciting internship fields that provide practical experience, professional insights and the opportunity to explore different career environments. Each internship category offers unique learning opportunities while allowing participants to experience everyday working life in Austria.
Business & Administration
Students aged 16 and above can gain practical experience in modern business and administrative environments in Salzburg. Internship opportunities may include office organization, customer communication, teamwork and insights into areas such as management, marketing and international business operations.
The internships are designed to introduce students to everyday professional life in Austria while improving communication skills, responsibility and intercultural teamwork in a structured working environment. Participants work together with local teams and gain valuable insights into professional workflows and business culture.
Business and administration internships usually take place from Monday to Friday during regular working hours and are especially suitable for students interested in economics, communication and organizational work.
Tourism & Hospitality
Salzburg’s international tourism industry provides students with the opportunity to experience hotels, tourism offices and hospitality environments first-hand. Internship activities may include customer interaction, event support, service organization and insights into the daily operations of tourism-related businesses.
The program allows students to experience one of Austria’s most important industries while developing teamwork, communication and organizational skills in an international environment. Participants also gain insights into how Salzburg welcomes visitors from around the world throughout the year.
Tourism and hospitality internships are generally available during weekdays and tourist seasons and are especially suitable for students interested in tourism, communication and international service environments.
Technology & Innovation
Students interested in technology, digital solutions and innovation can gain insights into modern technical and creative workplaces in Salzburg. Internship experiences may include project support, teamwork and introductions to areas such as IT, engineering, media or digital communication.
The internships encourage problem-solving, collaboration and professional communication while giving students the opportunity to experience innovative working environments and modern technologies. Participants gain practical experience while exploring future-oriented industries in an international setting.
Technology and innovation internships usually take place from Monday to Friday during regular working hours and are ideal for students interested in technical, creative and digital fields.