There is no compulsory internship. Students can however undertake a voluntary internship in Austria or abroad during the holidays.
Graduates can complete an up to 12-month internship in a company, training or research facility, which provides them with professional experience in other European countries and improves their prospects on the job market. The internship also gives them the opportunity to enhance their language proficiency and acquire valuable intercultural skills.
More information can be found at the oead website