Curatorial Assistant Traineeship

Curatorial Assistant Traineeship – Ludwig Forum, Aachen

Application Deadline: April 21, 2025
Start Date: May 1, 2025
Location: Aachen, Germany
Contract Type: Fixed-term (2 years)
Salary: 50% of TVöD 13, Step 1 (1st year), increasing to Step 2 (2nd year)
Working Hours: Full-time (39 hours/week)

The Ludwig Forum for International Art Aachen, a leading museum for contemporary art, is offering a curatorial traineeship to support emerging art professionals. The position is designed for candidates eager to gain hands-on experience in exhibition organization, collection management, and museum administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with curatorial planning and execution of exhibitions.
• Provide editorial support for museum publications.
• Support the museum’s executive and curatorial teams.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Cultural Studies, or a related field.
• Initial experience in museum and/or exhibition work.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary art.
• Fluent English skills; additional languages are a plus.
• Proficiency in Office applications and image editing software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.