Curatorial Internships

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Institution: Kunsthaus Biel / Centre d’art Bienne
Location: Biel / Bienne, Switzerland
Start dates: September 2025 or March 2026
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Duration: 6 months

The Kunsthaus Biel / Centre d’art Bienne (KBCB) is an exhibition space for contemporary art. Located in Switzerland’s largest bilingual city, the Kunsthaus promotes dialogue between different linguistic and cultural regions through its exhibition program.

Overview

The Kunsthaus Biel is offering:

One internship starting in September 2025
One internship starting in March 2026

Each for a duration of six months, working two days per week (40%).

What they Offer

Insight into the art world from the perspective of an internationally recognized institution
An engaging workplace in a bilingual team
Exciting encounters with contemporary artists

Main Responsibilities

Supporting curators in organizing and delivering exhibitions (research, translations, proofreading, correspondence, loan agreements, insurance, transport, installation and deinstallation, condition reports, artist relations, guided tours)
Various communication tasks (press materials, exhibition documentation, website updates, etc.)
Assisting with library management
General administrative tasks

They are Looking for Someone who

Works independently, reliably, and with enthusiasm, and enjoys a fast-paced and sometimes hectic exhibition environment
Has strong language skills in either German or French and at least passive knowledge of the other; English is an asset
Is currently studying or has a degree in art history, museology, fine arts, or a related field

The internship is compensated with CHF 500 per month.

How to Apply

Send a motivation letter, CV, and your preferred internship period (Sep–Feb or Mar–Aug) to:
selma.meuli@kbcb.ch

Deadline: June 30, 2025
Interviews are expected on July 7–8