IT talents and entry-level jobs #makingthingshappen

We offer talented individuals an exciting entry-level position in the IT field, with the opportunity to explore various areas.

Do you already have basic coding skills and want to deepen them further in practice? The IT Academy is a unique training programme offered by Austrian Post.
The IT Academy lasts a total of 22 months. During the first 11 months, you will have the opportunity to complete three different rotations, working with three different IT teams. After the rotations, you may have the chance to join one of these teams full-time. Just observing isn’t an option here! As a full-fledged team member, you’ll actively contribute to exciting projects and innovative products, bringing your ideas and solutions to the table.

To apply for the IT Academy, please submit a motivation letter (no longer than one page), along with your CV and all relevant certificates (e.g., school/technical high school/university certificates).

When you click "Apply now" and an open position is available, you’ll find further information about the roles we’re currently hiring for and can apply via the application form. If no positions are available, please check the job listings regularly and apply for the next edition. At present, the IT Academy starts three times a year: 15 January, 15 May, and 15 September. Our application process typically begins several months prior to each start date. Please note that applications sent outside of this process (e.g., via e-mail) cannot be processed.
For further information about the IT Academy and the application process, please see our FAQ.

What positions are available in the IT Academy and what are their responsibilities?

As an enthusiastic coder, you already have basic knowledge of C# and .Net. Your responsibilities include designing new software components and developing solutions. You’ll also contribute to analysis and effort estimation and implement requirements based on the defined software architecture. Additionally, you’ll ensure the use of appropriate libraries, frameworks, and tools, while adhering to coding guidelines.

“Better safe than sorry” is your motto? As a tester, you’ll be responsible for defining, developing, and executing (automated) test cases to ensure the functionality of internal software. You have basic programming knowledge and are motivated to expand your IT skills. Your assets include high-quality awareness, accuracy, and great curiosity.

Are you an organisational talent with basic technical expertise? As a Business Engineer, you’ll oversee IT projects while keeping an eye on the big picture. You’ll perform business analyses and identify and develop requirements for software solutions. In this role, you’ll maintain close contact with development teams and act as a technical point of contact. You’ll also assist in analysing, ensuring, and optimising existing IT systems. Commitment and initiative are second nature to you.

Do you have a knack for organisation, basic technical knowledge, and some initial project management experience? As an IT Project Manager, you’ll take responsibility for IT projects throughout their lifecycle, from ideation and planning to execution. You’ll engage with various stakeholders within the organisation and collaborate closely with relevant teams.

For you, coding and infrastructure go hand in hand? As a DevOps Engineer, you’ll work on automating infrastructures and processes. Your tasks will include creating end-to-end CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery/Deployment) pipelines and IaC (Infrastructure as Code) templates. You’ll also bring programming knowledge, particularly in C#, and some initial experience with Azure.

Do you enjoy letting data do the talking? For you, making realistic predictions is not about fortune-telling but about using appropriate analytical methods. You already have some experience with Python or R, and big data isn’t new to you since you’ve worked with databases before. As a Data Scientist, you’ll build models, conduct evaluations, and work with various types of data (structured, unstructured, batch, stream, etc.). A keen interest in new technologies sets you apart.

SAP is much more than a buzzword for you! You’ve already gained some experience with the programming language ABAP and have become familiar with one or more SAP modules (e.g., FI, CO, HCM, MM, etc.). As a Junior Developer in the SAP field, you’ll contribute to analyses and effort estimation, implementing requirements within existing SAP modules. You’ll also ensure compliance with coding guidelines.

 

Answers to important questions about the IT Academy

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FAQ

Applications are only possible when a job posting is available. This can be seen by clicking "Apply now." The IT Academy currently has three editions per year. Please note that we cannot process applications submitted outside this process.

Regardless of whether you have completed an apprenticeship, attended a technical college, earned a university degree, or hold another qualification, relevant IT knowledge, strong interest, and high motivation are key, along with meeting the requirements specified in the job posting.

The IT Academy lasts for 22 months. During the first 11 months, you will complete three rotations, allowing you to experience the responsibilities of three different IT teams. There is also a one-month rotation in a department of your choice (outside of IT). After this period, you may have the opportunity to join one of the teams full-time. Please note that the salary stated in the job posting applies for the full 22 months, after which you will receive a new contract with a higher salary for an additional two years. The contracts are permanent unless you have a work permit (e.g., Red-White-Red Card), in which case the contract duration is tied to the permit's expiration date.
Due to internal processes and the 22-month duration of the IT Academy, we can only process your application if your work permit is valid for at least 22 months from the programme's start date. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications with shorter work permit validity.
We collect all applications while the job posting is open. Once the posting closes, we begin reviewing the applications and aim to contact candidates as quickly as possible. In the first round, we will arrange interviews via Microsoft Teams with selected candidates. If you succeed in the first round, you will be invited to a second interview at our headquarters in Vienna (Rochusmarkt).
In the IT department of Austrian Post, we work in a hybrid model, with clear rules in place. Depending on your role, you can work from anywhere in Austria or in our office at Rochus. We spend at least 52 days per year in the office together. During the onboarding weeks, however, you will need to be in the office every day. After that, your office schedule will depend on the team days of the teams in which you complete your rotations. The IT Academy also has a monthly team day where we hold workshops and discuss progress. During the one-month rotation in a department outside IT, you may also need to be in the office daily, depending on that department's office schedule.
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