Physik Alumni

The Faculty of Physics at the University of Vienna is seeking an Erasmus+ intern for three months to assist with various tasks and projects related to Communication and Alumni Relations. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in science communication, event organization, and alumni engagement within an international environment. Specific responsibilities include: The…

On May 28th, 2025, the Erwin Schrödinger Institute opened its doors to an insightful panel discussion tackling a question many theoretical physicists face: How to leave academia to start a career in other fields.

On April 23, 2025, Physik Alumni organized a tour of VERA, (Vienna Environmental Research Accelerator), in which alumni from the University could discover first-hand one of the most incredible facilities of the University of Vienna.

The first Young Science at the Pub event was a success! With around fifty members of the Faculty of Physics gathering at Charlie’s P for the evening, we are excited about the potential of this format to strengthen the sense of community within the Faculty. However, just a few days before the planned date, the…

On Monday, March 17, we hosted the event “A Glimpse into Medical Physics”, featuring presentations from alumni and professionals in the field. The Ernst-Mach Lecture Hall was filled to capacity, reflecting our students’ enthusiasm for exploring exciting career opportunities in medical physics. Wolfgang Birkfellner, who earned his Master’s degree in Theoretical Physics from our Faculty…

“News from the Faculty” is our monthly video format, made initially for our LinkedIn page. In it, we present the latest news from Physik Alumni, as well as some research highlights from the Faculty.

Manuel Längle posing with his Hans Thirring prize next to a very festive bust of Ludwig Boltzmann.

If you’re a student eager to gain real-world experience in your field, navigating the internship landscape can feel like a challenge. This is why, at Physik Alumni we have put together a comprehensive online resource that might just make the journey smoother. Our “A Short Guide to Internships” breaks down the process of finding, applying…

Former students from the Faculty of Physics can share their professional experience with students and graduates in the course of a mentorship. The program alma Mentoring allows students and alumni to network, learn about the professional world and exchange opportunities, meeting experienced graduates who were once in a similar situation. The professional world is unexplored…

Exams are an essential part of the life of students. Some question what use they have in a future professional setting. Interestingly, they might be the key to some basic job skills. Libraries are full of focused students, notebooks present neat summaries of a semester-worth of information, the air smells of stress and caffeine… With…