Scientific Traineeship (Curatorial Traineeship)
Institution: Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe
Deadline: 29 May 2026
Location: Karlsruhe, Germany
This Curatorial Traineeship at the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe offers early-career art historians the opportunity to gain comprehensive, hands-on experience within a major German museum. The position is closely tied to a major upcoming exhibition on Albrecht Dürer, scheduled for 2028 at ZKM Karlsruhe, providing direct involvement in a high-profile curatorial project during a period of institutional transformation and digital development.
Programme Format
- 2-year full-time traineeship (39.5 hours/week)
- Based in the Department of Collection and Research (Kupferstichkabinett)
- Structured training plan covering all museum areas
- Salary: 50% TV-L E13 (increasing to Step 2 in second year)
- Flexible working hours, mobile work options, and 30 days of annual leave
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the conceptual development of exhibition themes
- Assist in the production of the exhibition catalogue
- Support exhibition design, hanging, and scenography
- Participate in installation and exhibition setup
- Develop audio guide content and public programmes
- Deliver guided tours, talks, and educational activities
- Assist with administrative and organisational processes
Additional Training
- Exposure to museum communication, management, and administration
- Participation in internal and external training programmes
- Opportunities for professional development and networking
- Dedicated mentor throughout the traineeship
Eligibility Criteria
Required:
- MA in Art History (or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of art around 1500, especially Northern Renaissance
- Experience with academic research and databases
- Excellent German language skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
Preferred:
- Additional language skills (English and/or French)
- Strong research curiosity and analytical skills
- Precise, reliable, and structured working approach
This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.
