ORF Inklusive Medienpraxis 2026

for students with disabilities

Due date: 12. March 2026
Are you studying at an Austrian university or university of applied sciences and want to experience firsthand how journalism works? Then apply for the Inklusive Medienpraxis (Inclusive Media Practice program) at ORF and immerse yourself in the world of media!
Program period:
6 to 8 weeks between July and September 2026

Working hours:
32 hours per week
 
Place of work:
ORF Media Campus in Vienna (barrier-free and accessible by public transport)

Pay:
600 euros/month gross

The aim is to enable students with disabilities from various disciplines to get to know everyday work in the media and to apply the specialist knowledge they have already acquired in the media sector in a practical setting.

A relevant degree is NOT a prerequisite!

Requirements:
  • Studying at an Austrian university or university of applied sciences
  • Physical or sensory disability
  • Interest in media (a specific degree is not necessary) 
What can you expect?
  • Insight into radio, TV, and online journalism
  • Collaboration in various ORF editorial offices
  • Use of Office programs and social media
Our expectations:
  • Ability to work independently
  • Good general knowledge
  • Interest in politics, culture, economics, and science
  • Very good German language skills
Please indicate if you require any support (e.g., assistance, special programs).

Show us what you've got:
We look forward to receiving your application with
  • Cover letter
  • Resume with photo
You can upload your resume and cover letter directly in the application form (Word, PDF)
  • Self-presentation (1 to 2 minutes as audio or video)
  • Work sample (e.g., article, short video, or video)

Please send us a link to a short self-presentationand contains a work sample.
This link should be entered in the form under “Link to video/audio portfolio.”

The easiest way to create the link is with SwissTransfer—here are brief instructions:

1.     Open the website: https://www.swisstransfer.com/

2.    Upload the video (upload the file by clicking on “Select files” or using drag & drop

3.    Create the link and copy the download link displayed

If you have any questions about the application process or the assignment, please send us an email at bewerbungen@orf.at.

Further information on submission and the procedure can be found on the website.