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Have you ever wondered what HUFAK (Hochschüler innenschaft der University of Applied Arts) is and does?

The [Hufak] is the Austrian Student Union (ÖH) at the University of Applied Arts Vienna, which represents the interests of students at the University of Applied Arts in committees, offers consultations and organizes events/workshops activities, etc..

We, the Hochschüler_innenschaft für angewandte Kunst [Hufak], are currently a group of 15 people who work both as a team and independently in our respective units. We are a reflective and collegial team that enjoys helping each other and working closely together. During lecture time, our 2 hour team meetings are held weekly. In these meetings, the units update each other on tasks and concerns, then as needed concerns are discussed and finally decisions are voted on. Depending on the unit, one* at Hufak is responsible for projects within a unit, co-organizes other ÖH projects (e.g. regulars’ tables, workshops, winter market) and/or participates in committee work in order to represent the voice of the students there.

We are error-friendly because we all make mistakes and have been socialized in this society in one way or another. We try to point out our mistakes and unlearn them. We all actively communicate in a group Telegram chat, and have our own mail system where we receive and send official mail.

Our office/common-area is located in the main building of the Angewandte (OKP, groundfloor), where we work and sometimes drink coffee, tea or beer together. So feel free to come around!

Open Positions

At HUFAK we are currently looking for voluntary representatives and assistants for various areas. In our team, you’ll be involved in both group projects and individual tasks. This will give you deep insights into the Austrian university system and allow you to introduce and implement your own ideas and suggestions.

Please include these details in your application

• Field of study at the university
• How long you expect to stay at the university
• Ideas/future plans/desires – initial concepts (simple) for the department you are interested in.

Function Fee

The activity in the Student Union is voluntary, i.e. you don’t get an hourly wage, instead you receive a “function fee”. At the moment the heads of departments receive 245€ per month and every assistant receives 100€ per month. You get an additional tolerance semester for each semester (up to four semesters), where you don’t pay tuition fees and get ECTS.

OPEN CALLS

Interested?

Send your application or questions to info{at}hufak.net with an informal CV and a short motivation letter (approximately ½ page). All applicants will hear back, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to a short interview. If you’re thinking of applying after the deadline has passed, please don’t hesitate and go ahead!

We’re currently looking for people to fill the following positions: