Student Internship (m/f/d) in Exhibition Production

Documenta; Kassel; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

documenta and Museum Fridericianum gGmbH is seeking a student assistant in the Production and Technology Department in Kassel. The position is limited to up to 20 hours per week and runs until 30 April 2027.

The role involves creating and maintaining 3D models for exhibition architecture and venues, and producing technical drawings and visualizations using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Ideal candidates are studying architecture or related fields with strong English.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in architecture, interior design, product design, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp).
• Spatial awareness and technical understanding.
• Structured and independent work style.
• Interest in exhibition and museum projects.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining 3D models for exhibition architecture and venues.
• Creating technical drawings and visualizations.

Skills

CAD

3D design

English

Spatial awareness

Education

Architecture/design-related degree (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

documenta and Museum Fridericianum gGmbH is a nonprofit corporation supported and financed by the City of Kassel and the State of Hesse as shareholders, and also receives financial support from the Federal Cultural Foundation. The nonprofit GmbH is responsible for the documenta exhibition, which takes place every five years, the Fridericianum, the documenta archive, and the documenta Halle.

documenta and Museum Fridericianum gGmbH is seeking a student assistant (m/f/d) for the Production and Technology Department. This is a student position for up to 20 hours per week.

The position is initially limited in duration until April 30, 2027.

The position is based in Kassel.

Your Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining 3D models for exhibition architecture and venues
• Creating technical drawings and visualizations

Your profile:

• Currently pursuing a degree in architecture, interior design, product design, civil engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp)
• Spatial awareness and technical understanding
• Structured and independent work style
• Interest in exhibition and museum projects
• Proficiency in spoken and written English

We value diversity and therefore welcome applications from all individuals—regardless of gender or gender identity, ethnic origin or nationality, age, religion or worldview, disability, sexual orientation, identity, or social background.

We strongly encourage people with disabilities or those with equivalent status to apply. Since our workspaces in historic buildings are not fully accessible, we will work with you to find individualized solutions.