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RESEARCH & STUDY IN TIROL–

FOR A FUTURE WITH THE BEST PROSPECTS.

TEACHING AND LEARNING WITH THE ALPS AT YOUR DOORSTEP.

After university, head to the mountains – research, study, and teaching in the idyllic setting of Tirol.

 
8 UNIVERSITIES / 400 DEGREE PROGRAMS

Find your path in study and research. In Tirol, there are numerous opportunities to pursue and advance an academic career.

40,000 STUDENTS FROM OVER 100 COUNTRIES

Work and study in a diverse and international environment.

MORE THAN 3,000 RESEARCH PROJECTS

Quench your thirst for knowledge – over 3,000 ongoing research projects in close collaboration with Tirolean industry await you.

Here, in the heart of the Alps, you can research, learn, and teach.

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STUDIES SHOW: 87% OF THOSE WORKING IN TIROL RATE THEIR WORK-LIFE BALANCE AS GOOD TO VERY GOOD.

Tirolean quality of live

Directly from the desk to the mountains: Over 6,000 kilometers of hiking trails, more than 80 ski resorts, and hundreds of regional and local events create an unparalleled work-life balance.

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MORE THAN 60% OF EMPLOYEES IN TIROL APPRECIATE THE PROXIMITY TO NATURE AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO COMBINE WORK AND ALPINE LEISURE.

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In addition to the stunning nature with over 24,000 km of hiking trails, more than 80 ski resorts, and countless sports and wellness options, there is also a rich offering of cultural events. From the Innsbruck Festival of Early Music and the Tirolean State Theatre to many regional music, theatre, film, and food events, everyone from sports enthusiasts to adventurers will find exactly what matches their passions here.

As a dream vacation destination, we are, of course, particularly strong in the tourism sector, where more than 40,000 people are employed. However, in Tirol, you can also thrive in many other industries. For example, in IT, where you can choose from over 1,000 open positions to find the career path that suits you. It’s best to take a look yourself and see what opportunities are available to you.

Career paths in Tirol are surprisingly diverse and innovative. Here, you’ll find market leaders, hidden champions, and innovation drivers from many different industries. Our largest private sector in terms of employment is the manufacturing industry, followed by trade and repair, accommodation and gastronomy, construction, and transportation and logistics. Companies like Sandoz, Novartis, MED-EL, Montanwerke Brixlegg, INNIO Jenbacher, Egger, Plansee, Swarovski, and many more set global standards in their fields.

Here, you’ll find plenty of additional information about working in Tirol. And in our Tirol Online Travel Guide, you can discover even more about the beautiful life in the heart of the Alps.

Tirol is located in the heart of Europe. Within a few hours, you can reach major cities like Munich, Zurich, Milan, and Vienna—making Tirol an ideal home base if you want to stay flexible and experience a lot. The public transportation infrastructure in Tirol is excellent, with a dense network of train and bus connections, as well as Innsbruck Airport. From there, you can fly to over 50 European destinations.

 
 

According to statistics, Austria is one of the safest countries in the world. In Tirol, you can enjoy the adventures of the wild nature in a safe, peaceful environment with a high level of security.

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