- Use AMS, Work in Austria, karriere.at and StepStone.
- The EU Blue Card in Austria needs at least €55,678 a year in 2026.
- The yearly shortage list opens an easier Red-White-Red Card route.
- Vienna has most of the English speaking jobs.
Austria is smaller than Germany, but Vienna is very international and the country publishes a yearly shortage list that opens doors. German matters for most jobs, so the right search makes a big difference.
The best job sites in Austria
| Site | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| AMS job search | Official | Austria's public employment service |
| Work in Austria | Official | Information and jobs for international professionals |
| karriere.at | Private | One of Austria's largest job sites |
| StepStone Austria | Private | Professional and graduate roles |
| willhaben jobs | Private | Large marketplace with many job ads |
| derStandard Karriere | Private | Newspaper job board |
| LinkedIn and XING | Network | International companies and recruiters |
Before you apply: the work permit in one paragraph
Austria uses the points based Red-White-Red Card for skilled workers and the EU Blue Card for graduates, which needs at least €55,678 gross a year in 2026. Jobs on the yearly shortage list have an easier route (migration.gv.at).
See current English speaking jobs in Austria on my live job board for Austria, updated automatically.
How to use these sites well
- Check the shortage list. If your occupation is on it, the Red-White-Red Card route is easier.
- Search in German and English. Try your title in both languages and add englischsprachig.
- Focus on Vienna for English roles. International companies and organisations cluster there.
- Use the points calculator. The official migration portal explains how the Red-White-Red Card points work.
- Learn German early. Even A2 or B1 helps. See how much German you need.
For other countries, see local job portals in Europe, and read why applications get rejected before you send the next one.
Common questions
What is the biggest job site in Austria?
karriere.at and the AMS job search have the most jobs. Add StepStone and LinkedIn.
Can I find English speaking jobs in Austria?
Yes, mostly in Vienna, in tech and international organisations.
What is the Red-White-Red Card?
Austria's points based permit for skilled workers.
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