START PACKAGE
Intercultural training for expats and hands-on integration support - For a good start to a new life in Austria
Ideal for:
- International professionals who are planning their relocation to Vienna, Austria
💬 Delivered in English
🌐 Online – join from anywhere in the world!
Outcome:
Get a clear overview of life and work in Austria, learn what your next steps are, and prepare confidently for your relocation.
What’s included:
♦ Intercultural training for Austria:
- Introduction to Austrian culture, values, and social norms
- Living in Vienna and social etiquette in Austria
- Working in Austria and business etiquette
- Your legal obligations and first steps after moving to Austria
- Local communites, authorities and experts (e.g. housing, residence permits)
- Q&A included
- Follow-up session possible
♦ Accompaniment service with German-speaking support at local authorities
♦ Booklet with useful links and practical information for living in Vienna (health, accommodation, transportation system and much more)
FAMILY PACKAGE
Hands-on integration and support for you and your family
Ideal for:
- Professionals relocating with their partner or family
💬 Delivered in English
🌐 Online – join from anywhere in the world!
Outcome:
Feel at home, supported, and well-prepared both as an individual and as a family.
What is included:
♦ Intercultural training for Austria (same content as in START Package), including
♦ Orientation training for families in Austria;
- Austrian education system and registration
- Social benefits for families
- Local communities and family activities options in Vienna
- Q&A included
♦ Accompaniment service with German-speaking support at local authorities
♦ Booklet with useful links and practical information for living in Vienna (health, accommodation, transportation system and much more)
ACCOMPANIMENT SERVICE
Language support for administrative procedures and appointments
German-speaking support for internationals in Vienna when dealing with appointments at local authorities like AMS (Public Employment Service), MA35 (Municipal Department – Immigration and Citizenship), and others. No more stress at the counter. We accompany you to appointments with local authorities, offering German-speaking support so you feel understood. We communicate in English or Croatian, Bosnian or Serbian with you.
PACKAGE COMPARISSON
| Feature | Standard Package | Full Package |
|---|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 hours | 3 hours (2 + 1 hour) |
| Format | Online live session | Online live sessions |
| Cultural Orientation Training | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Austrian Systems Overview | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Social & Workplace Etiquette Tips | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Practical Everyday Life Guidance | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Follow-up Individual Session | ❌ | ✅ Yes (1 hour) |
| Tailored Q&A Support | ❌ | ✅ Yes |
| Ongoing Individual Support | ❌ | ✅ Yes (for 2 months after session) |
| Best for | Overview seekers – one clear session | Personalized guidance + ongoing support |
| Outcome | Confident first steps in Austria | Sense of belonging, long-term support |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Who are Interconnected trainings for?
A: We support international professionals and their families who are relocating to Vienna, Austria, whether you’re just preparing to move or have already arrived. If you would like to understand Austrian culture, local systems, and everyday life, you’re in the right place. With just one session, we’ll give you the essential insights you need to feel more confident, connected, and at informed about life and work Vienna.
Q: When can I schedule the training session?
A: You’ll choose your preferred time during the inquiry.
Q: What language are the sessions held in?
A: Our sessions are available in English, and the Family Package can also be delivered in English, German, Croatian, or French, depending on your needs.
Q: Is this training online or in person?
A: All sessions in Packages are online, so you can join from anywhere in the world – before or after arriving in Austria. Workshops for expats are also held in person in Vienna or online. More details about workshops and events can be found in separate section “Workshops and events for expats”.
Q: What topics are covered in the session?
A: We cover:
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Austrian cultural values and social norms
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Bureaucracy, healthcare, and education systems
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Housing and public transport
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Work culture and local etiquette
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Local communities and support networks
Q: Can family members join the sessions?
A: Yes! Especially in the Family Package, we offer tailored orientation for spouses and kids.
Q: Do I get any materials?
A: Yes. You’ll receive a handout with practical links, resources, and contacts.
Q: I need language support while dealing with local authorities (e.g., AMS, MA35). Do you offer any assistance here?
A: Yes, we offer German-speaking support for expats in Vienna. Just contact us directly to learn more.
Q: What does Interconnected community Vienna stand for?
A: Interconnected Vienna is a welcoming community space for internationals in Vienna who are navigating the journey of living, working or studying abroad. After our Orientation training, and/or after your relocation to Vienna, we meet once a month at our networking sessions or at our “Workshops for expats” combining in-person and online meet-ups, to build meaningful connections, share experiences, learn about the local culture and culture in general and support one another through the integration period. During summer period (July and August), events do not take place.
In this community, you’ll find safe space, solidarity, and a sense of belonging. From time to time, we host theme-based events on topics that matter to our community, always with room for laughter, learning, and cheering each other on.
Q: How do I book a session?
A: You can send a request directly via our website or at info@interconnected.at to schedule your session and ask any additional questions.
Q: I haven’t moved yet. Is it too early to join?
A: Not at all! It’s actually a great time to get oriented and prepare ahead of the move.