Vienna Summer - Internship | IES Abroad (2024)

About the Internship

Experience an Opera at the Wiener Staatsoper

See world-class opera performances for only a few euros.

Relax Along the Danube Canal

Enjoy late afternoon sun while taking in this waterway.

Visit a Museum or Two on a Rainy Day

At least one of the 100+ museums of Vienna will interest you.

Sip Wine at an Authentic Heuriger

These Viennese wine taverns serve locally-produced wines.

While your priority may be gaining professional experience, we also know how important it is to build community where you can reflect and learn about the work world with other students. That's why—during your semester—we offer placements in a wide range of disciplines, and a supplemental required 3- or 6-credit seminar.

Before you go, we work with you to fine-tune your résumé, perfect your cover letter, and hone your communication and interview skills as we prepare you for working in a new cultural environment. You’ll be guaranteed a placement at a local business or organization that fits your professional interests.

To supplement the real-life work experience you'll receive during your internship, you will also participate in a required 3- or 6-credit internship seminar. You should work with your current college or university to learn about how this credit will transfer back to your school.

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4,245

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2,200

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135

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6,580

CISI International Health Insurance

In the case you need to see a doctor or mental health professional.

24/7 Emergency Support

Whether you encounter an issue while traveling or in your host city.

Mandatory Cell Phone Policy

Receive any emergency updates from IES Abroad staff via call or text.

Location-Specific Information

Health and safety information presented at orientation by on-site staff.

TripTracker System

Allowing you to share independent travel plans.

Crisis Drills

So that you feel prepared to respond to an emergency should one arise.

• 18 years of age
• In good standing at your home school
• 2.5 GPA or better on a 4.0 scale (GPAs under 2.5 will be considered on a case-by-case basis)
• At least sophom*ore standing prior to application; rising junior status at time of program departure. (Students who have completed one year of undergraduate study may apply and will be considered on a case-by-base basis.)
• Students must be enrolled in a full-time degree program, or a graduate intending to begin their internship no more than 12 months after their graduation date (solid academic credentials related to studies or experience in desired field of placement required); graduate students enrolled in a full-time degree program may apply and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Non-U.S. citizens must refer to their local consulate to learn about visa requirements and determine eligibility; IES Internships cannot advise on visa regulations for non-U.S. citizens.
• Non-U.S. citizens attending school outside the U.S.: Native English fluency or IELTS score of 6.0 or above, taken within the last two years.
  • Visit theIELTS websiteto find a test location near you. IES Abroad reserves the right, in its sole discretion, not to accept students who it believes do not have the necessary English language competency to succeed in an Internship Program, irrespective of the applicant's score on a language proficiency exam.
• Previous study of the Germanlanguage is not required. Basic comprehension and conversational ability may be preferred for competitive placements.

Submit Your Online Application

• Applications may be considered after the published deadline on a space available basis. Please note that late applicants may be required to submit a non-refundable confirmation deposit upon acceptance in order to secure a place in the program. Please contact us with questions about applying after the deadline.

Submit the following in your MyIESabroad account after your Online Application is processed:

1. Home School Authorization— Your on-campus study abroad advisor can either complete the Home School Authorization electronically through IES Abroad’s PartnerPortal system, or by filling out the PDF form. Consult your study abroad advisor to determine how they would prefer to complete your Home School Authorization.
2. Academic Credit Acknowledgement Form— This form allows you to select whether you plan to enroll in the internship program for credit. Consult with your advisor on campus to understand your school's requirements for earning credit for your internship.
3. Cover Letter— This letter should not be addressed to IES Internships. Instead, it should be targeted toward prospective internship hosts in the field in which you would like to work. Your letter will allow potential host organizations to better understand your interest, skills, and background experience.
4. Placement Interest Form— This form will ask you about your goals and objectives for the internship placement, as well as information about how to best contact you throughout the placement process. Our internship staff will use this as a starting point for matching you with a host employer.
5. Transcript(s)— Submit transcripts from each college/university you have attended since high school. If you have multiple transcripts, IES Abroad will average the GPAs for all colleges/universities you have attended and use that cumulative GPA when reviewing your application. (Students attending higher education institutions outside of the U.S. must obtain a professional course-by-course transcript equivalency report. You may choose any organization that provides professional international transcript equivalencies.)
6. Résumé
7. Professional Letter of Reference (Optional)— Submit a letter of reference from a previous employer or supervisor.
8. (If Applicable) English Language Proficiency Exam—Students attending higher education institutions outside of the U.S. may need to submit English language proficiency exam results. Contact yourIES Abroad Representative for more information.

If your cumulative GPA is below 2.5, submit the following in your MyIESabroad account:

1. Professor Recommendation— Although there is no length requirement, the recommendation must indicate a professor’s opinion of the applicant’s academic ability to pursue university-level coursework in a foreign country, in addition to any information that would help IES Abroad gain a better understanding of the applicant.
2. Personal Academic Essay— Although there is no length requirement, the essay must address your GPA, any particular academic challenges faced, reasons you chose this IES Abroad program, and how it fits into your academic career.

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Renew (or Apply for!) Your Passport ASAP

Passport applications and renewals are taking longer than normal these days. Save yourself from the last-minute stress by making sure:

1. You have a passport
2. The expiration date is at least six months after your study abroad program ends

Visittravel.state.govto locate U.S. passport agencies in your area.

Visa Requirements

U.S. citizens in possession of a valid passport do not need to obtain a visa to enter or study in Austria for less than 90 days.

Not a U.S. citizen? Consult the consulate website of your passport country andcontact your IES Abroad Advisor.