Traineeship (Volontariat) in Education, Mediation & Art Pedagogy – Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Deadline: 28 February 2026
Contract: Two-year paid Volontariat starting 1 July 2026
Compensation: €2,200 (Year 1), €2,400 (Year 2)
Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt, a leading institution for modern and contemporary art in Europe, offers a two-year paid Volontariat in Education, Mediation, and Art Pedagogy. The program provides hands-on experience in exhibition-related education and public engagement, fostering creative approaches to art and cultural discourse.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in developing and managing education and mediation programs, including artistic practice workshops.
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Draft and edit educational texts and publications.
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Conceptualize and execute special projects and collaborations.
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Plan and procure materials for workshops.
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Support the MINISCHIRN program for young audiences.
Eligibility Criteria
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Degree in art pedagogy, fine arts, or a comparable field.
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Experience in cultural mediation, particularly artistic practice.
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Interest in modern and contemporary art.
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Excellent German and English language skills; strong writing ability.
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Organizational skills, creativity, initiative, and teamwork.
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Flexibility and structured, reliable working style.
This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.
