Work in Austria
This section is primarily relevant for third-country citizens.
Work during studies
During your studies third country citizens are allowed to work up to 20 hours / week. However, we recommend to work only up to max. 10-15 hours per week to not affect your studies in Austria.
After arrival in Austria, you must first complete the residence permit procedure before any job can be started. This may take up to several weeks or months.
In order to start working during studies you must apply for a job and your future employer has to apply for your work permit during studies. This process may take 2-6 weeks.
ITM College will assist all students with this procedure.
Work after studies
After successfully completing your 2-year Diploma progamme at ITM College you fulfil the requirements to apply for a working visa (Red-White-Red Card). The Red-White-Red card is a criteria-based immigration and subject to change.
The following options are available for ITM College graduates (valid for 2025):
- Skilled Workers in Shortage Occupations
- Other Key Workers
- Start-up Founders
The option “Skilled Workers in Shortage Occupations” is available to those who completed a course or vocational training in a shortage occupation. ITM College graduates fulfil the requirements for some Austria-wide and some Regional shortage occupations.
In addition you must have a job offer before the application and reach a minimum number of points on a criteria list. ITM students reach this minimum amount depending on their age.
As a student of ITM College considering to work after studies, you will receive full support with this matter even after graduating.
Further study possibilites
If you want to continue with further studies after completing the ITM Diploma programme please consult the partner university section or look into our offers on campus.
Advantages of your studies at ITM
