Austria and USA Launch New Exchange Program for Young Professionals and Students

Lifestyle & TravelMore+ ♦ Published: February 21, 2024; 16:39 ♦ (Vindobona)

In a new step to deepen transatlantic relations, Austria and the United States have launched a new Working Holiday Program (WHP) that offers young people from both nations the opportunity to experience each other's culture, everyday life, and the working world.

The program is aimed at young Austrians and Americans between the ages of 18 and 30 who are studying at technical and vocational schools or have recently graduated. / Picture: © American and Austrian crossed flags by Vindobona

The ceremonial signing of the agreement took place on February 20 at the Austrian Embassy in Washington. The Austrian Ambassador to the USA, Petra Schneebauer, and the US Assistant Secretary of State for Education and Cultural Affairs, Lee Satterfield, sealed the agreement, which paved the way for a reciprocal exchange program.

Eligible to participate are Austrians between the…