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Kickstart your career in Austria and explore the Austrian labor market with job listings and advice on job hunting, labor law, and entrepreneurship.

Employment Basics

Navigate your career in Austria with ease by learning the employment basics and intricacies of the local work culture, etiquette, and work-life balance.

Work culture and business etiquette in Austria

The business culture in Austria is all about punctuality – and a few other things. Here’s what you need to know about Austrian job etiquette.

Work-life balance in Austria

From general working hours to parental leave and everything in between, we explain how to achieve a great work-life balance in Austria.

Finding a Job

Find your dream job in Austria with deep insights into the Austrian job market and advice on job-hunting strategies, including interview and CV tips.

Guide to a finding job in Austria in 2026

Looking for your dream job in Austria? Learn where to search, what makes an Austrian CV, work visa types, which benefits to expect, and more.

CV and job interview tips in Austria

From writing a standout CV to preparing for that all-important job interview, we walk you through the full hiring process in Austria.

Labor Law

Understand Austria’s labor laws to protect your rights: salary standards, employment contracts and termination, and annual and parental leave.

Austrian employment law and labor rights

From contracts and salaries to parental rights and beyond, we outline all you need to know about Austrian employment law as an expat.

The minimum wage and average salary in Austria in 2026

Learn how Austria sets its minimum wage, which jobs pay the highest, and what you can expect to earn working there as an expat in 2026.

Social security in Austria

From unemployment benefits and pensions to childcare allowance and more, we explain all you need to know about social security in Austria.

How to get a work visa and permit for Austria in 2026

Discover the work visa application process, requirements, and details on work permits including the Red-White-Red Card in Austria for 2026.

Self-Employment

Be your own boss! Find out how to freelance or start your own business in Austria, including how to manage the administrative basics of self-employment successfully.