{"id":171056,"date":"2024-06-13T10:00:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-13T08:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/?p=171056"},"modified":"2026-04-21T17:51:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T15:51:59","slug":"after-graduation-thoughtful-tips-and-ideas-for-your-next-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/after-graduation-thoughtful-tips-and-ideas-for-your-next-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"After graduation: thoughtful tips and ideas for your next journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av-layout-grid-1'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-5awpypcs-26749b80060aba9a29e0079713a873d8 entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells av-break-at-tablet  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" 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.heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lxa2ivyf-b755491cf56e814e3276d58378e5bd8b .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lxa2ivyf-b755491cf56e814e3276d58378e5bd8b av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-4  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >After graduation: thoughtful tips and ideas for your next journey<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4s5imejg-c71f318d0078eb00509af1ed6c6e8ae4\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4s5imejg-c71f318d0078eb00509af1ed6c6e8ae4{\nheight:5px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-4s5imejg-c71f318d0078eb00509af1ed6c6e8ae4 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2k1q0-f8523f8e3cfd6e325eee5fd4afcf844c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Written by:\u00a0<strong>Helene Ausserw\u00f6ger, 13.06.2024<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-4pr2lnj0-41203516be4f6c18940f234d9e168aa2 sc-av_one_full av-break-at-tablet-flextable av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4pr2lnj0-41203516be4f6c18940f234d9e168aa2\">\n#top .flex_column_table.av-equal-height-column-flextable.av-4pr2lnj0-41203516be4f6c18940f234d9e168aa2{\nmargin-top:15px;\nmargin-bottom:0px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-4pr2lnj0-41203516be4f6c18940f234d9e168aa2{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4pr2lnj0-41203516be4f6c18940f234d9e168aa2 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  first av-break-at-tablet flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2w1rn-7bb99b48d90e4c5443528cea1f286b12 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you <\/span><b>nearing the end of your studies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and about to graduate? Congratulations! Now it\u2019s time for<\/span><b> the next big step.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you are unsure about what\u2019s next don\u2019t worry, you\u2019re not alone. With so many options, it\u2019s normal to feel uncertain. Start by <\/span><b>asking yourself a few questions.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Where do you want to go? Do you want to work in your field of study or learn something new? Think about what you enjoyed during your internships &#8211; sometimes, the best clues for your <\/span><b>future career<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are right there. Let your <\/span><b>interests and passions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide you. And additionally this blog is going to help you explore the exciting options available to you after graduation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2lq5h-498fea0c3d9a4f8f61967f3f28606a6d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Table of Contents:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Take a Gap year: well-deserved time out after graduation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a Gap year: well-deserved time out after graduation<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Further studies or a PhD after all?\">Further studies or a PhD after all?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#From graduation to your own company: the path to self-employment after graduation\">From graduation to your own company: the path to self-employment after graduation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Starting a career: Tips for a job after graduation\">Starting a career: Tips for a job after graduation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Conclusion: The world after graduation - a universe full of opportunities\">Conclusion: The world after graduation &#8211; a universe full of opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-4hjtzc64-00d77eb36945e61d9f8f436b9d9b0235 main_color avia-section-default avia-shadow  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_layout_row  el_before_av_section  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-171056'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-4efqj9wc-c96065bcbc030b7520819c9fd188ad2d sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4efqj9wc-c96065bcbc030b7520819c9fd188ad2d\">\n.flex_column.av-4efqj9wc-c96065bcbc030b7520819c9fd188ad2d{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4efqj9wc-c96065bcbc030b7520819c9fd188ad2d av_one_half  avia-builder-el-11  el_before_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2xlkh-77fa91447ae3ab09c7c50368845b4d75 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Take a Gap year: well-deserved time out after graduation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a Gap year: well-deserved time out after graduation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>gap year<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the perfect opportunity to <\/span><b>take a break and recharge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after your stressful graduation &#8211; You&#8217;ve earned it! It&#8217;s a chance to <\/span><b>get to know yourself better<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>explore new countries and cultures,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>gain experiences<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that will benefit your life and career. This break can also give you <\/span><b>the perspective needed <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to decide about your future. Here are some ways to spend your gap year:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Study Abroad:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whether as an <\/span><b>au pair<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, during an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/internship-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">internship abroad<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, on a <\/span><b>language trip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>work &amp; travel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or on a <\/span><b>road trip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; studying abroad is a fantastic way to <\/span><b>meet new cultures and people. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These experiences will benefit your life and your <\/span><b>resume.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gain Work Experience:<\/b> <b>Internships and trainee programs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> let you try different fields, acquire practical skills, and develop <\/span><b>important business contacts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; making it easier to start your career.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Volunteer Work:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Get involved socially by helping at organisations like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/internship-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red Cross<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a retirement home, or the fire department. This allows you to <\/span><b>do good deeds<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while gaining <\/span><b>valuable personal and professional experience.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Further Education:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use the time to learn new skills, whether it&#8217;s a new language, instrument, or sport. Invest in your <\/span><b>personal growth and expand your knowledge <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and competencies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information on your gap year, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/gap-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-49bs6s64-ddc3d0b3e0a1c9ec8aa3f96f4df71eae\">\n.flex_column.av-49bs6s64-ddc3d0b3e0a1c9ec8aa3f96f4df71eae{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-49bs6s64-ddc3d0b3e0a1c9ec8aa3f96f4df71eae av_one_half  avia-builder-el-13  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-45rm1dwc-1ec99c92d26de933df3e129087a02962\">\n.avia-image-container.av-45rm1dwc-1ec99c92d26de933df3e129087a02962 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-45rm1dwc-1ec99c92d26de933df3e129087a02962 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-45rm1dwc-1ec99c92d26de933df3e129087a02962 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-14  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171051 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171051 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-gap-year-845x684.jpeg\" alt='Gap year or university signpost outside. Graduation decision making process.' title='Gap year or university'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-gap-year-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-gap-year-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Which path will you choose after finishing your studies? \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><div  class='hr av-42v0aonw-01423ef337fcf7b21d0f6b4ce4663f9c hr-short  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3vljfil8-154376146094ab56db870c869792c77c\">\n.flex_column.av-3vljfil8-154376146094ab56db870c869792c77c{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3vljfil8-154376146094ab56db870c869792c77c av_one_full  avia-builder-el-16  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2yhui-9e476a9609eb4d575fb5c20e8080eef9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Further studies or a PhD after all?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further studies or a PhD after all?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your academic journey doesn&#8217;t have to end with a bachelor&#8217;s degree, of course. Besides the option of taking a gap year, there is also the possibility of <\/span><b>continuing your studies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after graduation. Perhaps you&#8217;re considering pursuing <\/span><b>further education<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or you might even have the goal of earning a <\/span><b>doctoral degree.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3r9o121o-8790be088480fd098105d37eb22c51aa\">\n.flex_column.av-3r9o121o-8790be088480fd098105d37eb22c51aa{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3r9o121o-8790be088480fd098105d37eb22c51aa av_one_full  avia-builder-el-18  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa2zze1-6201c41689b1486f26612224cfd7273a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master\u2019s Degree<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A master&#8217;s program lets you<\/span><b> dive deeper into your field<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><b> specialise in something you&#8217;re passionate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about. In some areas, like STEM subjects (Math, Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering) and business-related services (like advertising, PR, legal, tax, and management consulting), a master&#8217;s degree is often<\/span><b> key to success.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are tons of different programs you can choose from. To find out what&#8217;s available, check out your school&#8217;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studieren.at\/studienberatung\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">academic advisory offices<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or visit<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmbwf.gv.at\/Themen\/schule\/schulpraxis\/termine\/bildungsmessen.html?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> educational fairs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These fairs happen every year in Vienna and every two years in Klagenfurt, as well as in Graz and Salzburg.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3nc8e0m4-872658b3fb4aa11e0dbe73b0c9ea1998\">\n.flex_column.av-3nc8e0m4-872658b3fb4aa11e0dbe73b0c9ea1998{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3nc8e0m4-872658b3fb4aa11e0dbe73b0c9ea1998 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa30kmn-497547c47c0f94d2d69b7b02507e3fcd '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studying Abroad<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You also have the option to pursue <\/span><b>further <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/studying-abroad-important-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>studies abroad<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This allows you to not only expand your academic knowledge but also gain <\/span><b>intercultural experiences<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This means a gap year isn&#8217;t the only opportunity to go abroad \u2013 studying abroad also offers <\/span><b>exciting prospects.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3j1y5658-b19682abddb0de44c5db2cefa83a9ec5\">\n.flex_column.av-3j1y5658-b19682abddb0de44c5db2cefa83a9ec5{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3j1y5658-b19682abddb0de44c5db2cefa83a9ec5 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3eclifks-34f758cb923b5f5b36e2caf6b9a96f0e\">\n.avia-image-container.av-3eclifks-34f758cb923b5f5b36e2caf6b9a96f0e img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-3eclifks-34f758cb923b5f5b36e2caf6b9a96f0e .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-3eclifks-34f758cb923b5f5b36e2caf6b9a96f0e av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-23  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171045 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171045 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-studieren-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='Further studies after graduation'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-studieren-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-studieren-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">You have various options for continuing your studies \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3axgct7g-7814afd2a6300c34970ebf1158426741\">\n.flex_column.av-3axgct7g-7814afd2a6300c34970ebf1158426741{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3axgct7g-7814afd2a6300c34970ebf1158426741 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa30vi5-591ff2718934bc2a7c376d79fd55a58d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part-time Education<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re already working or planning to work while doing your master&#8217;s, you can opt for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.at\/arbeitsuchende\/aus-und-weiterbildung\/so-foerdern-wir-ihre-aus--und-weiterbildung-\/bildungsteilzeitgeld#wasistbildungsteilzeit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> part-time education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This setup lets you <\/span><b>balance your job with your studies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, keeping a<\/span><b> steady income<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while continuing your education both locally and abroad. It\u2019s a great way to <\/span><b>boost your career opportunities.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-bgwt4gs-5033c4de217a2f69c8f8ba4b2dc0798b\">\n.flex_column.av-bgwt4gs-5033c4de217a2f69c8f8ba4b2dc0798b{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-bgwt4gs-5033c4de217a2f69c8f8ba4b2dc0798b av_one_full  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa318s0-06fb5a5b742a7f9d657978a560582140 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctoral Studies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve finished your master&#8217;s and want to have a <\/span><b>career in science<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you might consider pursuing a <\/span><b>PhD<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A doctoral degree can <\/span><b>open doors to leadership positions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or make you an <\/span><b>expert<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your field.\u00a0 Just remember, it&#8217;s a lot of research and <\/span><b>hard work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so be prepared for the challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-2zwy9ct8-b40b6914932c321038c5024a8f953cf3 hr-short  avia-builder-el-28  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2tsm387w-caeac678fc10c2c89ca0f8e02e08b401\">\n.flex_column.av-2tsm387w-caeac678fc10c2c89ca0f8e02e08b401{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2tsm387w-caeac678fc10c2c89ca0f8e02e08b401 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-29  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa31mzl-4c7b800e6d2107ff47abb9e59eb43526 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Starting a career: Tips for a job after graduation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a career: Tips for a job after graduation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jumping into the workforce right after graduation can be both exciting and challenging. Before you start job hunting, it\u2019s helpful to think about<\/span><b> what you expect from your first job.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Which industry interests you? What kind of company suits you? What role do you want to take on? It\u2019s better to send out <\/span><b>targeted applications<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are high-quality rather than just applying randomly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this option is for you, start your job search <\/span><b>as early as possible<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, since finding a job can sometimes take longer than expected. Ideally, start looking <\/span><b>3 to 6 months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before you graduate, so you\u2019re not without a job for too long after finishing your studies. Also, if you can, gain <\/span><b>work experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and do <\/span><b>internships during your studies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These experiences can make it easier to get started and help you <\/span><b>build valuable contacts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with potential employers. Alternatively, you can use the <\/span><b>stress-free time after graduation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to apply for jobs and make a <\/span><b>plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the transition, ensuring it\u2019s used wisely. On job portals like <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/karriere.at\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karriere.at<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/studentjob.at\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">studentjob.at<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can specifically look for entry-level job postings. Here are a few things to keep in mind when applying:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2t2bg0d8-db9bba001167557daa8afb200d3c0b6d\">\n.flex_column.av-2t2bg0d8-db9bba001167557daa8afb200d3c0b6d{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2t2bg0d8-db9bba001167557daa8afb200d3c0b6d av_one_full  avia-builder-el-31  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa323t2-ab4eadc55fa3752d75fdbd3c681a5f72 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimise Your Application<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cover Letter:<\/b> <b>Customise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> each cover letter to the company and position you\u2019re applying for.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Resume:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make your resume <\/span><b>clear and well-organised<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Highlight relevant experiences and qualifications, and choose a <\/span><b>professional photo.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Online Profiles:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A professional online presence, such as on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/at.linkedin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a <\/span><b>personal website<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can make you a more attractive candidate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2mzs64po-f3ddbb1d5e1c46be85b12cf14b44783b\">\n.flex_column.av-2mzs64po-f3ddbb1d5e1c46be85b12cf14b44783b{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2mzs64po-f3ddbb1d5e1c46be85b12cf14b44783b av_one_half  avia-builder-el-33  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa331vo-32fa35abe2ae29fb98ecac05b017eceb '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing for Interviews<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Company Research:<\/b> <b>Inform yourself thoroughly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about the company and the industry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice Interviews:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prepare for <\/span><b>common questions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>practice <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">answering them in mock interviews or in front of a mirror or friends. Make sure to prepare a strong answer particularly for the tricky question about your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/job-interview-weaknesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">weaknesses.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Your Own Questions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Asking your own questions is<\/span><b> a big plus! <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of questions to ask the employer to learn more about the position and the company.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/job-interview-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are some more tips to ensure your interview goes <\/span><b>as smoothly and successfully as possible!<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2jamt9cs-9a1ef0ca6494ad704697e473c16af760\">\n.flex_column.av-2jamt9cs-9a1ef0ca6494ad704697e473c16af760{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2jamt9cs-9a1ef0ca6494ad704697e473c16af760 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-35  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2ecjtndo-ca28a31ae3650a6bdfdac8047ca2c63f\">\n.avia-image-container.av-2ecjtndo-ca28a31ae3650a6bdfdac8047ca2c63f img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-2ecjtndo-ca28a31ae3650a6bdfdac8047ca2c63f .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-2ecjtndo-ca28a31ae3650a6bdfdac8047ca2c63f av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-36  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171048 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171048 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-job-845x684.jpeg\" alt='Friendly interview between indian hr manager and African American applicant.' title='Tips for your Job Interview'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-job-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-job-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">With the right preparation you will rock every job interview\u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class='hr av-285hezz0-c8938b1053239749cdd30ba29fc9ae0f hr-short  avia-builder-el-37  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_half  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-23ixzy8s-09ee1c2aaa2554ba1ab85373b0739ab8 sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-23ixzy8s-09ee1c2aaa2554ba1ab85373b0739ab8\">\n.flex_column.av-23ixzy8s-09ee1c2aaa2554ba1ab85373b0739ab8{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-23ixzy8s-09ee1c2aaa2554ba1ab85373b0739ab8 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-38  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-213wjlgc-4e40ea28bc57d6e603f6d7b3dba17272\">\n.avia-image-container.av-213wjlgc-4e40ea28bc57d6e603f6d7b3dba17272 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-213wjlgc-4e40ea28bc57d6e603f6d7b3dba17272 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-213wjlgc-4e40ea28bc57d6e603f6d7b3dba17272 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-39  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171042 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171042 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-firma-gruenden-845x684.jpeg\" alt='Business woman working in green eco friendly modern working space creative ideas for business eco friendly professional investor start up project business.' title='Tips for starting your own business'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-firma-gruenden-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/nach-dem-studium-firma-gruenden-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Tips for a successful start into establishing your own business \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1tr8rrmk-fb2cfb52c50289afb3af2c6d1d86b504\">\n.flex_column.av-1tr8rrmk-fb2cfb52c50289afb3af2c6d1d86b504{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1tr8rrmk-fb2cfb52c50289afb3af2c6d1d86b504 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-40  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lxa34kbh-2efd9e33d8ba7f506202b3abea02acbf '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"From graduation to your own company: the path to self-employment after graduation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From graduation to your own company: the path to self-employment after graduation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing their studies, many graduates dream of bringing <\/span><b>their own ideas to life<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>starting their own company<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, venturing into entrepreneurship requires<\/span><b> careful planning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>preparation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are some of the first steps you should take on your journey to starting your own business:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Business Idea and Business Plan:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your business idea should be <\/span><b>clear and well-thought-out<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A detailed business plan will help you structure your idea and assess its feasibility &#8211; <\/span><b>you need to be 100% behind it.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensure Financing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Financing your company is a critical factor for which you yourself are responsible. Along with personal savings,<\/span><b> loans, investors, crowdfunding, or grants <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can help.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take Responsibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While owning your own business provides flexibility and freedom, the responsibility <\/span><b>should not be underestimated<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You must ensure that <\/span><b>processes run efficiently and smoothly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that your<\/span><b> employees are satisfied<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and<\/span><b> comply with all legal aspects.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education &amp; Further Training:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your studies did not focus on business management, you can acquire the necessary knowledge through <\/span><b>coaching<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>part-time studies <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">afterwards.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information, financing assistance, and online guidance, you can visit the website of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wko.at\/oe\/information-consulting\/unternehmensberatung-buchhaltung-informationstechnologie\/start\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WKO!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. 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