Curatorial Traineeship / Assistant Curator

Institution: Kunsthalle Osnabrück
Deadline: 15 March 2026
Location: Osnabrück, Germany

The Kunsthalle Osnabrück is a leading platform for contemporary art in Lower Saxony, known for its innovative and experimental exhibitions and mediation projects presented both within its historic former Dominican monastery and in public spaces.

Programme Details

• Full-time position, 40 hours/week (part-time possible with complementary schedules, to be coordinated with the institution)

• Contract: 2 years

• Start date: 1 July 2026

• Salary: 50% of TVöD Entgeltgruppe 12, Stufe 1

Responsibilities

• Support and participate in exhibition production, mediation, and event programming from 2026–2028.

• Plan and execute an individual project under supervision.

• Assist with press and public relations work.

• Develop social media strategies intersecting with exhibition and mediation programs.

Eligibility Criteria / Profile

• Completed university degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Cultural Studies, Cultural Management, Philosophy, Fine Arts, Architecture, Design, or Art Education/Art Mediation.

• Interest in contemporary art.

• Experience in realizing exhibitions or mediation programs.

• Proficiency with text and image processing software, websites, and social media channels.

• Skilled in writing art historical texts and handling extensive correspondence.

• Willingness to work flexibly in a small team.

• Fluent English (spoken and written).

Programme Highlights / Offer

• Work in a well-connected small team.

• Diverse responsibilities in a collegial environment.

• Challenging projects within local and regional networks.

• Reliable working conditions and adaptable workspace.

• Subsidy for job ticket or Deutschlandticket.

• Recognized professional development with attractive training and continuing education opportunities.

• Comprehensive health management.

This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.