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10/26/2026

Today, Austria celebrates its National Day, commemorating the adoption of its constitutional law on permanent neutrality on October 26, 1955. From Austria to New York and beyond, we celebrate Austria's history, sovereignty, and commitment to international cooperation.

10/25/2026

Your next chapter starts in Austria!

Looking to study or conduct research abroad? Applications for numerous OeAD scholarship programs for the academic year 2027/28 are now open! Explore opportunities for international students and researchers, including the Ernst Mach Wordwide, Franz Werfel, and Richard Plaschka scholarship programs.

Discover avivaple scholarships and eligibility requirements at www.grants.at.

Interested in studying in Austria? Explore your options at www.studyinaustria.at.

10/22/2026

The univie: winter school for Cultural Historical Studies 2027 invites students to explore Vienna around 1900 under the theme “The Discovery of Modernity”.

The two-week program combines academic lectures with guided city tours and museum visits, offering insights into Vienna’s cultural heritage and the modernization of Europe.

📍 Vienna, Austria
📅January 29 – February 12, 2027

The program is open to students from all fields of study, particularly those interested in history, cultural studies, art, design, architecture, literature, psychology and political science.

More information and application: https://shs.univie.ac.at/winter-school/

10/19/2026

Das österreichische Generalkonsulat in New York bietet Student:innen, Fachhochschulabsolvent:innen und Universitätsabsolvent:innen die Möglichkeit, im Jahr 2027 ein zwei- oder dreimonatiges Verwaltungspraktikum zu absolvieren. Wenn du ein starkes Interesse an transatlantischen Beziehungen mitbringst und die Arbeitsweise einer österreichischen Vertretungsbehörde kennenlernen möchtest, freuen wir uns auf deine Bewerbung.

Die Bewerbungsfrist für das Jahr 2027 endet am 31. Oktober 2026.

Detaillierte Informationen zum Bewerbungsverfahren und den Anforderungen stehen auf unserer Webseite zur Verfügung.

10/14/2026

We're hiring! 🇦🇹

The Austrian Consulate General in New York is looking for a Consular & Administrative Assistant to join our team.

In this role, you will support our consular services and day-to-day administrative operations, from consular applications and visitor inquiries to correspondence, records and office administration.

What we're looking for:
• Excellent English and German language skills
• Strong organizational skills, discretion and accuracy
• A service-oriented approach and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Valid U.S. work authorization

What we offer:
• Approx. USD 62,400 gross per year
• 25 days of paid vacation and employer contribution toward health insurance
• A varied role in an international diplomatic environment

📍 New York, NY · Full-time, on-site
📅 Start: December 2026 · One-year contract, extension possible

Apply by October 27, 2026: send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
Subject: Application – Consular & Administrative Assistant

Full job description on our website, or here:https://www.bmeia.gv.at/fileadmin/user_upload/Vertretungen/GK_New_York/Dokumente/Stellenausschreibungen/Stellenausschreibung_Consular_Administrative_Assistant__Dezember_2026.pdf

10/14/2026

🇦🇹 **Looking for a job in Austria?**

What are Austrian employers looking for? How does the recruitment process work – and what makes a successful application?

💼 Join our webinar “Finding a Job in Austria – Recruitment Process and Tips for International Professionals”*with an expert from **Talent & Care**.

📅 19 October 2026
🕐 1:00 pm (CEST)
💻 Online

The webinar is especially aimed at professionals from **Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, India, the Philippines, Kenya and Indonesia**. Other nationalities may join as well.

👉 **Register here: https://bit.ly/welcometoaustria2

10/06/2026

🌍 Vienna Conference against Trafficking in Human Beings 2026
Under the theme "Human Trafficking in Transition: New Challenges – New Responses”, this year's Vienna Conference will focus on the challenges of tackling human trafficking in the digital age. The conference provides a platform for sharing anti-trafficking strategies and raising awareness of the current challenges.

📅 15 October 2026 | 📍 Diplomatic Academy of Vienna & Online

👉 Register by 12 October to join the discussion.
https://bmeia.liland.cloud/app/registration/form/event/3

10/01/2026

A message from the German-American School Manhattan:

🧸 Community Playdates
Our GSM play dates are a wonderful opportunity for interested families to meet other GSM and future GSM families and have their kids experience our school first hand. Parents can chat with educators in a casual setting and get unique answers and insights. Activities will vary for example: Music Circle, Build and Create and Art.

📅 Our upcoming Community Playdates are being held between 4pm and 4:45pm
• October 20
• November 17
✏️ Please sign up for playdates here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevES9ZRXZ-C82LSRKGtaGVlcxE_PFP6QvozKC5a8r1h9bWKA/viewform

🏡 Open House
We encourage you to join us at one of our Open House to visit our classrooms, meet our dedicated teachers, and learn more about our curriculum and educational philosophy. It's also a chance to picture your child thriving in our bilingual environment.

📆 The next Open House Tours will be:
• October 6, 15, 22

✏️ Please sign up for open houses here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOP6xgzyZFnQP0Hw5bwrNmCQha1jJBOjtnBXt-dUfOJAUtpA/viewform

09/21/2026

🇦🇹 Want to work and live in Austria?

What do you need to know about the Red-White-Red Card? Who can apply, what are the requirements, and how does labour-based immigration to Austria work?

Join our free webinar with an expert from the Austrian Business Agency (ABA) and get practical information about the Red-White-Red Card.

📅 28 September 2026
🕐 1:00 pm CEST
💻 Online

👉 Register now and get informed! (Link in our Bio or here: https://bit.ly/welcometoaustria2)

The webinar is aimed at non-EU citizens interested in long-term immigration to Austria.

09/11/2026

25 years after the September 11 attacks, we remember the 2,977 victims and all those whose lives were forever changed. We honor the memory of Marian R. Hrycak and Oleh D. Wengerchuk, who were both born in Austria, and we remember the courage, solidarity, and resilience shown in New York and beyond.

Today, we join in remembering the sky and ensuring that future generations never forget.

Address

31 E 69th Street
New York, NY
10021

Website

http://www.bmeia.gv.at/gk-new-york

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