The Local Austria https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Austria in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed How hard is it for immigrants in Austria to find a job? From EU workers to refugees, Austria's immigrant population has mixed outcomes when it comes to finding a job. A new report shows how long it takes to find work—and why many never do. https://www.thelocal.at/20250505/austrias-immigrant-workforce-who-finds-jobs-fast-and-whos-shut-out Mon, 05 May 2025 13:50:15 +0200 austrias-immigrant-workforce-who-finds-jobs-fast-and-whos-shut-out Why do so few foreigners become Austrian? Austria - particularly the capital Vienna - has a high proportion of foreign residents. Why do so few become citizens? https://www.thelocal.at/20201009/why-do-so-few-foreigners-become-austrian Fri, 09 Oct 2020 15:48:53 +0200 why-do-so-few-foreigners-become-austrian Huge turnout at Austria's first job fair for refugees The 'Chancenreich' took place in Vienna's Museum Quarter on Wednesday, with over 70 businesses setting up stalls. The first event of its kind, it offered refugees and asylum seekers the chance to speak to potential employers and find out about further education. https://www.thelocal.at/20160630/huge-turnout-austria-job-fair-refugees Thu, 30 Jun 2016 12:29:09 +0200 huge-turnout-austria-job-fair-refugees Integration campaign sparks debate A new Austrian campaign aimed at promoting integration and encouraging immigrants to feel more connected to their adopted country has been criticized as “alienating” foreigners. https://www.thelocal.at/20141113/does-integration-campaign-miss-the-point Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:19:00 +0100 does-integration-campaign-miss-the-point