Organizer Information
The Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art is an international contemporary art exhibition established in 1998. Organized by KUNST-WERKE BERLIN e.V., the Biennale develops experimental exhibition and event programs in collaboration with prominent curators and artists. Its activities present artistic and political perspectives, encourage dialogue between different areas of society, and connect the international art community with residents of Berlin.
The 14th Berlin Biennale is scheduled to open in June 2027 and will be curated by Vasyl Cherepanyn. The institution receives funding from the German Federal Cultural Foundation, which is funded by the German Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.
Title & Description
Internship at the Artistic Office of the 14th Berlin Biennale (2027)
The Berlin Biennale invites enrolled students to apply for a full-time internship in the Artistic Office of its 14th edition. The opportunity provides practical experience in the preparation, planning, and realization of an international contemporary art exhibition.
Interns will work alongside the artistic office team and gain insight into curatorial processes, exhibition research, artist coordination, publication preparation, and institutional administration. Participation in planning meetings with the curator and the team offers an opportunity to understand how an international biennial develops its artistic program and coordinates projects across departments.
Applicants can apply for one of two internship periods in 2027 or indicate their availability for both.
The Role Overview
- Position: Intern at the Artistic Office of the 14th Berlin Biennale
- Contract type: Internship/working studies
- Working hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, five days per week
- Remuneration: €400 per month
- Location: Berlin Mitte, Berlin, Germany
- Reporting to: Artistic Office team, with opportunities to participate in meetings with the curator
- Internship periods: January 15–April 14, 2027, or April 15–July 14, 2027
- Application deadline: October 26, 2026
The position is intended for students who remain enrolled throughout their entire internship period.
Position & Tasks
- Assisting with the preparation and realization of artists' projects.
- Preparing, organizing, and maintaining artists' materials and archives.
- Researching artists, exhibition venues, and the main themes of the upcoming Biennale.
- Supporting exhibition communication and mediation activities.
- Collecting and organizing materials for the accompanying publication.
- Preparing documentation for funding applications to international funding institutions.
- Facilitating collaboration between different institutional departments.
- Coordinating schedules, artist travel, and appointments.
- Supporting daily office administration and international correspondence.
The role combines research, coordination, communication, and administrative responsibilities within an international cultural institution.
Categories
- Contemporary Art
- Curatorial Practice
- Exhibition Production
- Arts Administration
- Art Research
- Cultural Management and International Art Projects
Eligibility
The opportunity is open to applicants who meet the following requirements:
- Current enrollment at an educational institution for the entire internship period.
- Fluent in written and spoken German and English.
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Strong organizational skills, independence, teamwork, and communication abilities.
Previous practical experience in the arts is welcome but not required. Knowledge of Berlin's art and cultural scene, additional languages, flexibility, initiative, and an interest in diversity, inclusion, and sustainability are considered advantages.
The Berlin Biennale particularly welcomes applications from people with experiences of discrimination and marginalization, including people affected by racism, people with disabilities, and LGBTIQA+ individuals. Selection follows Germany's General Equal Treatment Act (AGG).
Program Benefits
- Remuneration of €400 per month.
- Direct insight into curatorial work through participation in conception and planning meetings.
- Practical experience supporting artists and international exhibition projects.
- Exposure to research, publications, funding applications, and institutional administration.
- An introduction to the structure, history, and working processes of the Berlin Biennale.
- Comprehensive onboarding, guidance, and a designated contact person.
- Regular feedback and a respectful, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities to learn about other institutional departments by arrangement.
- A central workplace in Berlin Mitte and flexible working hours by arrangement.
The announcement does not specify travel funding, accommodation, relocation assistance, or additional financial benefits.
Application Fee
None
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 26 October 2026
- Expected interviews: On-site during calendar week 45 of 2026 (November 2–8).
- First internship period: January 15–April 14, 2027.
- Second internship period: April 15–July 14, 2027.
- 14th Berlin Biennale opening: June 2027.
Location
Berlin Mitte, Germany
Additional Details
The Berlin Biennale is committed to diversity, inclusion, and discrimination-conscious organizational development. Its measures include team training, an internal trust office established in 2025, and a Code of Conduct for employees, project partners, and guests.
Applicants should ensure they can meet the enrollment and language requirements before applying. The €400 monthly remuneration should also be considered alongside the costs of living in Berlin during the full-time internship.