Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure

The Institute of Landscape Architecture (ILA) is currently offering the following three internship positions:

Position 1:

Internship at the institute of landscape architecture: communication

The Institute of Landscape Architecture at BOKU University Vienna is seeking an enthusiastic communication and social media intern - a storyteller. Throughout the year, the institute organises public lectures, exhibitions, and diverse activities as part of the bachelor's and master's programs in landscape planning and architecture. 

We are a young, enthusiastic team that is rapidly growing. We are working on diverse projects in landscape architecture and urbanism, contributing to new ways of living together in a time of uncertainty. Although many new ideas exist, the wider public often does not hear about them. In a time when we need to develop new imaginaries of the future, telling stories is of the utmost importance.

The intern will develop new formats to communicate our visions of a better world to a wider international audience. In accordance with the applicant, we are offering an internship position for 6-12 months through the Erasmus+ funding scheme. Students participate in communicating and further developing the institute's offline and online presence, providing them with unique insights into the work of research and university education. 

Basic knowledge of German is beneficial but optional for the internship. Affinity with graphics and social media management is required.  Knowledge of Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Urbanism, Urban Planning, and architecture is a fundamental asset. Knowledge of communication is beneficial but optional. Students are welcome to apply for full-time and part-time internships.

A workplace will be provided throughout the internship. During their stay, students can also take advantage of university offers, such as language courses and the university library.

The Institute of Landscape Architecture cannot provide any salary for the internship performance. In addition, no expenses for accommodation, travel, food or health insurance can be covered. The income solely relies on the ERASMUS+ funding.

Interested students are invited to send their CV, portfolio and letter of motivation to cecilia.furlan(at)boku.ac.at; emilie.stecher(at)boku.ac.at; jennifer.fauster@boku.ac.at

Position 2:

Internship Contributing to the research of:
Extractive Landscapes - An Investigation in Europe

The Interreg project, ReInd: BBG: Reindustrialisation Following the Brownfield is Better than Greenfield Principle, is a transnational research project at the Institute of Landscape Architecture at BOKU University. It is a collaborative project with 15 other partners over the span of 2,5 (start January 2024).

Are you passionate about the intersection of landscape architecture and design, urbanism, environmental justice, and the well-being of both humans and non-human entities? We invite you to be part of an internship opportunity at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). This unique opportunity invites passionate individuals to contribute to the cutting-edge investigation of Extractive Landscapes in Europe through the lens of landscape urbanism. The primary objective of this research is to illustrate the intricate co-dependency of capital, culture, and resources, with a specific emphasis on critical raw materials and fossil fuels. Through this internship, you will be actively involved in creating a series of maps, videos, and historical materials that challenge the conventional certainty of traditional mapping. Through these mediums, we aim to illuminate the complex relationships between various elements, utilizing a thick mapping approach to explore the hard and soft infrastructure that shapes our environment.

Internship Responsibilities: As an intern, you will play an integral role in supporting the development of critical investigations by employing innovative methodologies such as critical cartography. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Mapping and Visualization: Engage in the practice of critical cartography to map the nuanced relationships between capital, culture, and resources. This method encourages a holistic understanding, going beyond the limitations of traditional mapping.
2. Data Collection and Analysis: Gather data from Europe’s extractive landscapes and help to analyse the tangible and intangible influences of the landscapes through thick mapping as a tool.
3. Documentation: Assist in documenting research findings and visualizing potential pathways of the future of these landscapes.

Qualifications: We are seeking an international young designer and/or researcher who is:

• Background in landscape architecture, urban planning, environmental science, or related fields.
• Proficiency in GIS software and other mapping tools.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Passion for sustainability, environmental justice, and community engagement.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge landscape urbanism research.
• Work closely with experts in the field.
• Contribute to a project that promotes a just transition for both human and non-human entities.

Duration:  From 6 months to 1 year. 

Join us at BOKU University in Vienna and be part of a project that challenges the conventional ways we perceive and design our environment. Apply now for this internship at BOKU to contribute to the exploration of Extractive Landscapes in Europe under the supervision of Emilie Stecher, MSc, and Dr. Cecilia Furlan. Interested students are invited to send their CV, portfolio and letter of motivation to

cecilia.furlan(at)boku.ac.at; emilie.stecher(at)boku.ac.at;

The Institute of Landscape Architecture cannot provide any salary for the performance of the internship. In addition, no expenses for accommodation, travel, food or health insurance can be covered.

Position 3:

Join a Groundbreaking Research Internship:
Unfolding Landscapes – Landscape Agency in Dispersed Territories

Are you driven by the connections between landscape architecture, urban design, environmental justice, and political ecology? Do you want to actively shape the conversation around the future of our landscapes? We invite you to take part in a dynamic internship at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), as part of the Unfolding Landscapes research project.

This internship places you amongst ambitious and interdisciplinary team exploring Austria’s dispersed landscapes in the context of socio-ecological transition. Working closely with young professionals in landscape architecture and urbanism, you’ll contribute to research that examines how landscapes respond to and shape urbanization processes, ecological change, and socio-political forces.

What You’ll Be Doing:
As an intern, you’ll take an active role in investigating the potentials of dispersed territories by supporting the team in three key areas:

1. Mapping & Visualization
   Help create spatial narratives that reveal how landscapes, landscape assemblages, and urbanization processes intersect. You'll support the development of cartographic and visual tools that make complex relationships visible and engaging.
2. Data Collection & Analysis
   Gather and analyse a broad range of data — from biodiversity and climate to culture and history — using qualitative and spatial approaches to deepen understanding of Austria’s dispersed landscapes.
3. Documentation & Public Engagement
   Assist in communicating the research findings through compelling visual and narrative formats. This could include photographic atlases, short videos, preparation for exhibitions, or participatory design workshops with local communities.

Who We’re Looking For:
We are seeking an internationally-minded emerging designer or researcher who is:

• Curious, reflective, and open to exploring complex topics from multiple perspectives
• Educated in landscape architecture, urban planning/design, environmental studies, or related fields
• Skilled in GIS and digital mapping tools
• Proficient in qualitative research and data analysis
• A confident communicator and collaborative team player
• Fluent in English

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience in an innovative, interdisciplinary research environment
• Stimulating environment for further development
• Hands-on experience in cutting-edge landscape and urbanism-related research
• Close collaboration with experts in the field
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to a project focused on socio-ecological transition in the peri-urban – dispersed terrritories
• A supportive space for professional and academic growth

Duration: 6–12 months
Location: Vienna, Austria
Supervisors: Jennifer Fauster MSc & Dr. Cecilia Furlan

We are looking to hear from you

To apply now  reach out to:
 jennifer.fauster(at)boku.ac.at