LAS Art Foundation: Curatorial Intern

Artinfoland; Berlin; Vor Ort; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Insights into art organization processes

Experience in curation

Zusammenfassung

A contemporary arts organization in Berlin is looking for a part-time intern. The role involves curatorial research tasks, logistics support at exhibitions, writing and translating texts, and event organization. Ideal candidates are fluent in English and German at a C1 level, detail-oriented, and keenly interested in the intersection of art, technology, and science. This position offers valuable insights into the workings of an ambitious arts organization, with potential for remote work.

Qualifikationen

• Must complete a mandatory internship as part of studies or recently finished school without university enrollment.
• Interest in art, technology, and science, along with emerging presentation methods.
• Fluent in English and German at C1 level.

Aufgaben

• Conduct curatorial research and manage artist-related inquiries.
• Support team at exhibition sites and in the office with logistics.
• Write and translate curatorial texts.

Kenntnisse

Detail-oriented organization

Curatorial research

English (C1)

German (C1)

Experience with G Suite/Google

Jobbeschreibung

LAS Art Foundation is a forward-thinking arts organization dedicated to exploring and shaping the possibilities of tomorrow. By collaborating with visionary artists, thinkers, and institutions, LAS develops groundbreaking projects that interrogate the present and give form to future imaginaries.

The foundation’s mission centers on illuminating the intersections of art, science, and technology, delving into topics such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, ecology, and biotechnology. Its diverse program includes newly commissioned and existing exhibitions, performances, educational initiatives, publications, and research projects.

Driven by curiosity, LAS continually reimagines the role of an arts organization as one that evolves with our collective futures, fostering dialogue and innovation across disciplines.

The Role Overview

• Institution:LAS Art Foundation, Berlin, Germany
• Contract:Part-time internship
• Location:Berlin, Germany (remote work possible in consultation with team)

Position & Tasks

• Curatorial research tasks include ongoing artist, exhibition research, and travel itineraries.
• Support of the team in the office and at exhibition sites (e.g., receiving and sending out deliveries).
• Writing curatorial texts and translation EN to DE and vice versa.
• Support senior team members with their travel planning.
• Preparation and formatting of slide presentations.
• Support with the organisation of events.
• Maintenance of LAS visitor email account.
• Support at events, including running the guest list and logistics.
• Support in briefing and managing visitor services when exhibitions are on view.
• Researching exhibition materials.

Who Can Apply?

• have to do a mandatory internship as part of your studies, OR you have just finished school and you are not (yet) enrolled with any university.
• are interested in art, technology, and science, and emerging ways of making and presenting art.
• speak and write English and German at the C1 level/fluently.
• They are organised and work detail-oriented.
• Have experience in working with G Suite/Google.
• Remote work: In consultation with your team, you can organise working partly remotely.
• Laptop and the software you need to work.
• Insights into the working process of an ambitious art organisation and exciting experiences in the field of curation.