Translation from German:
Internship Announcement
Part-time or full-time position (m/f/d) in the Artistic Office of the 13th Berlin Biennale
Full-time or part-time possible (32 – 40 hours per week)
Application deadline: June 25, 2024
Periods:
- August 15 – November 14, 2024
- November 15, 2024 – February 14, 2025
About the Berlin Biennale:
Founded in 1996, the Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the most important and outstanding biennials, not only because of its experimental, open, and context-based approach but also because of its committed profile. Every two years, the Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art brings together international artists, theorists, and practitioners in exhibitions and accompanying programs. It is shaped by different concepts from renowned curators. The upcoming 13th Berlin Biennale will be curated by Zasha Colah and will take place in the summer of 2025. More information can be found at: www.berlinbiennale.de.
Position Details:
- Part-time or full-time employment (m/f/d)
- Internship duration: Three months
- Work schedule: Four to five days a week
This position offers interns the opportunity to learn about individual workflows in the conception and realization of an international exhibition and gain experience in the field of contemporary art from an institutional perspective.
Main Tasks:
- Preparing and managing artist materials and various archives
- Conducting various research to prepare for the upcoming edition (on artists, national and international exhibitions, venues, themes)
- Preparatory measures for the realization of artists’ projects
- Supporting the compilation of materials for grant applications to international funding institutions
- Assisting with scheduling and travel coordination (research trips for the curator and general appointments of the artistic office)
- Supporting daily office administration
Requirements:
- Enrollment for the entire internship period
- Good MS Office and IT skills
- Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken
- Organizational talent, independence, teamwork, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and keen interest in the Berlin art and cultural scene
- Knowledge of additional languages
- Willingness to occasionally work in the evenings if needed and agreed upon
- Interest in topics such as diversity, inclusion, sustainability
What is Offered:
- A wide range of tasks in a diverse, internationally connected cultural environment
- Compensation of €400 per month for full-time employment, prorated for part-time
- Introduction to institutional processes and topic-specific content
- A respectful, appreciative, and collegial working environment
- Room for initiative and creative freedom (if possible)
- A dedicated contact person during the internship period
- Support in learning new task areas
- Regular feedback opportunities
- Possibility for remote work upon agreement
- Flexible working hours upon agreement to accommodate other commitments
- Development opportunities beyond the internship period
Application Instructions:
Please send applications by June 25, 2024, with a meaningful cover letter and a short CV exclusively by email (attachments as PDF, max. 5 MB) to Saskia Tritto at: application@berlinbiennale.de. A photo is not required.
Interviews are expected to take place between July 1 and 5, 2024. Costs incurred in connection with the selection process cannot be reimbursed.
