Short Description
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to apply for the CICA Art Residency/Internship Program 2026. The program will take place at the CICA Museum in 2026, with both 6-month and 12-month terms available. Artists will have access to a shared studio space and will present a one-week solo exhibition during their term. Accommodation will be provided, along with work opportunities. Participants are expected to work 14 hours per week. A grant will be provided throughout the internship term. Participating artists will also be featured in the e-book CICA Art Now 2026, with a print edition available by order. We also welcome universities to submit proposals for the residency and/or internship program.
Submission Requirements
- Up to 10 JPG images (recommended size between 100 and 500 kilobytes per image), and up to 3 direct links to video, web, or interactive art.
- An artist statement and CV.
- Indicate all the terms you are applying for: six-month (February to July 2026 or August 2026 to January 2027) or twelve-month (February 2026 to January 2027).
How to Apply
Send the application materials to submission@cicamuseum.com
Program Benefits & Awards
- Six-month terms (February to July 2026 or August 2026 to January 2027) and a twelve-month term (February 2026 to January 2027) are available.
- Artists will receive access to a shared studio space. Basic tools such as hammers, levels, tape measures, electric drills, screws, and a ladder will be provided for use.
- Each artist will have a one-week solo exhibition in the gallery space (approximately 44 square meters) during their term.
- Accommodation will be provided during the term if the artist requires it.
- Artists will be responsible for working 14 hours per week. Most tasks will be related to children’s programs and events.
- A monthly grant of 800,000 Korean won will be awarded during the internship term.
- Artists are responsible for obtaining a valid Korea visa, such as a Working Holiday Visa (H-1), Student Visa (D-2), or any other visa type that allows employment in Korea.
- Once admitted, artists will undergo a background check and a hiring process.
Entry Fee
None
Location
Gimpo, South Korea
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 13 June 2025
Website Link: https://cicamuseum.com/art-residency-internship
